How To Fix FB587 - Pstng key text is missing for pstng key & special G/L ind. &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Pstng key text is missing for pstng key & special G/L ind. &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB587 - Pstng key text is missing for pstng key & special G/L ind. & ?

  The SAP error message FB587 indicates that there is a missing posting key text for a specific posting key and special G/L indicator combination. This error typically occurs during the posting of financial transactions in the SAP system, particularly when the system cannot find the necessary text description for the specified posting key and special G/L indicator.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text: The primary cause of this error is that the text for the specified posting key and special G/L indicator has not been maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the posting keys or special G/L indicators in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not have the necessary texts defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FB587 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB14 (for posting keys) in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the posting key that is causing the error and check if the text is maintained for that key.
  
  
  
  Maintain Text for Posting Key:
  
  If the text is missing, you can maintain it by selecting the posting key and entering the appropriate text in the relevant field.
  
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator:
  
  Go to transaction code OBXR (for special G/L indicators).
  Verify if the special G/L indicator used in the transaction has the necessary text maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Text for Special G/L Indicator:
  
  If the text is missing for the special G/L indicator, you can maintain it in the same way as for the posting key.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct texts to maintain, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB14: Maintain Posting Keys
  OBXR: Maintain Special G/L Indicators
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FB587 error and successfully post your financial transactions in SAP.