How To Fix FICUSTOM106 - You use SGL indicator &1 in document line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 106

• Message text: You use SGL indicator &1 in document line &2

What causes this issue?

You post an invoice with a special general ledger indicator (e.g. down
payment, bill of exchange). You should only use the special G/L
indicator to use alternative reconciliation accounts in the G/L.
However, it should not be used to classify documents.
Note the following restriction when posting invoices with the special
G/L indicator. Down payments that refer to such invoices cannot be
updated with the <LS>Payment Selection</> program in Funds Management.

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?

Post the invoice without the special G/L indicator or do not post
payments for this invoice as partial payments.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM106 - You use SGL indicator &1 in document line &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM106 indicates that there is an issue related to the use of the SGL (Special General Ledger) indicator in a financial document. This error typically arises when the system detects that the SGL indicator being used is not compatible with the document line in question.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect SGL Indicator: The SGL indicator used in the document line may not be valid for the type of transaction being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial accounting module that do not allow the use of the specified SGL indicator for the document type or account.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on which SGL indicators can be used.
  Missing Customization: The SGL indicator may not be properly set up in the system, leading to incompatibility with the document line.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICUSTOM106 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the SGL Indicator: Verify that the SGL indicator used in the document line is correct and appropriate for the transaction. Ensure that it is valid for the account and document type being used.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Business Transactions > Document Splitting > Define SGL Indicators.
  Ensure that the SGL indicator is correctly configured and allowed for the relevant document types and accounts.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that the SGL indicator is permitted for that document type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements or restrictions related to the SGL indicator in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SGL Indicators: Special General Ledger indicators are used in SAP to manage specific types of transactions that require special handling, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special accounting entries.
  Document Types: Different document types in SAP have specific rules and configurations that dictate how transactions are processed, including which SGL indicators can be used.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), and SPRO (Customizing) for troubleshooting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FICUSTOM106 error and implement a solution to resolve it.