How To Fix F5629 - Posting key & is not defined for special G/L transactions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 629

• Message text: Posting key & is not defined for special G/L transactions

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Define the specified posting key for special G/L transactions.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5629 - Posting key & is not defined for special G/L transactions ?

  The SAP error message F5629 indicates that the posting key specified is not defined for special G/L transactions. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a special G/L transaction (like a down payment, guarantee, etc.) using a posting key that is not configured to handle such transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key you are using is not set up to handle special G/L transactions.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the posting keys in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not include the necessary settings for special G/L transactions.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to post may not be compatible with the posting key you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB14 (for posting keys).
  Look for the posting key that you are trying to use and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the posting key is defined for special G/L transactions. You may need to adjust the settings to include special G/L transactions.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Posting Key:
  
  If the posting key is not defined for special G/L transactions, you may need to use a different posting key that is configured for such transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have access to change the configuration, consult with your SAP FI administrator or consultant to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Special G/L Transaction Types:
  
  Ensure that the special G/L transaction type you are trying to post is correctly set up in the system and is compatible with the posting key you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB14: To maintain posting keys.
  OBD2: To maintain special G/L indicators.
  FB60, FB70, F-02: Common transaction codes for posting entries.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on posting keys and special G/L transactions.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F5629 and successfully post your special G/L transactions.