How To Fix F5796 - Only choose 'Failed bill of exchange' together with 'G/L account'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Only choose 'Failed bill of exchange' together with 'G/L account'.

What causes this issue?

When you process failed bills of exchange, the transaction selects all
bills of exchange stored in view V_TINSO that have status " ", without
taking any further variables into account.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to clear the failed bills of exchange, your only selection
criterion should be the general ledger account. Do not enter any other
selection criteria such as use, due date, and customer.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5796 - Only choose 'Failed bill of exchange' together with 'G/L account'. ?

  The SAP error message F5796, which states "Only choose 'Failed bill of exchange' together with 'G/L account'," typically occurs in the context of processing bills of exchange in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a specific requirement for the selection criteria when dealing with failed bills of exchange.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to process or select a failed bill of exchange without also selecting a General Ledger (G/L) account. In SAP, certain operations related to bills of exchange require that a G/L account be specified to ensure that the financial transactions are properly recorded.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that when you are processing a failed bill of exchange, you also select a corresponding G/L account. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Transaction: Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., F-03, F-04, or any other relevant transaction for processing bills of exchange).
  
  
  Select the Failed Bill of Exchange: When you are in the selection screen, make sure to check the option for "Failed bill of exchange."
  
  
  Specify a G/L Account: In the same selection screen, ensure that you also specify a G/L account. This is typically done in the field designated for G/L account entry.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Process: After making sure both options are selected, try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to bills of exchange processing for more detailed information on the requirements and procedures.
  Configuration: If you are frequently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for bills of exchange in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  User Training: Ensure that users who are processing bills of exchange are trained on the requirements for selecting G/L accounts in conjunction with failed bills of exchange.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP. They can provide further insights and assistance tailored to your specific system configuration and business processes.