How To Fix FDM_COLLECTION200 - Special G/L indicator &1 is not allowed for document &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_COLLECTION - SAP Collections Management

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Special G/L indicator &1 is not allowed for document &2 &3

What causes this issue?

You define in Customizing which special G/L transactions in <LS>SAP
Collections Management</> and <LS>SAP Dispute Management</> are to be
included. However, the current transaction is <ZH>not</> one of them.

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 think it necessasry to include this special G/L indicator,
contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing activity in which you defined the process
integration of documents with special G/L indicators.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION200 - Special G/L indicator &1 is not allowed for document &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message FDM_COLLECTION200 indicates that a special G/L indicator is not allowed for a specific document. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with special G/L transactions such as down payments, guarantees, or other special accounting entries.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Special G/L Indicator: The special G/L indicator used in the document is not configured to be used in the context of the transaction you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: The special G/L indicator may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be allowed for the specific type of document you are working with.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on which special G/L indicators can be used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for special G/L indicators in your SAP system (Transaction code: OBXR).
  Verify that the special G/L indicator in question is correctly configured and allowed for the type of transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings (Transaction code: OBY6) to ensure that the special G/L indicator is permitted for the document type you are using.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Document:
  
  If the special G/L indicator is not appropriate for the document, consider using a different indicator that is allowed for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the appropriate special G/L indicator to use, consult with your SAP administrator or a financial consultant who is familiar with your organization's SAP setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special G/L Indicators: These are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions that require special handling in financial accounting.
  Document Types: Each document type in SAP can have specific rules and configurations that dictate how transactions are processed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (General Posting), and FB60 (Vendor Invoice) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, further investigation may be required, potentially involving SAP support or a deeper dive into the system's configuration.