How To Fix FR374 - Special G/L indicator is missing for noted items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Special G/L indicator is missing for noted items

What causes this issue?

For the following noted item, the special G/L indicator is missing in
the index of open items:
Company code: &V1&
Document number: &V2&
Fiscal year: &V3&
Line item: &V4&

System Response

Abnormal termination of processing since there is a danger of
inconsistencies.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for the system administrator:
Check why no special G/L indicator exists in the index entry. This is
absolutely necessary.
If necessary, also check the accompanying line item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR374 - Special G/L indicator is missing for noted items ?

  The SAP error message FR374 indicates that there is a missing Special G/L indicator for noted items in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves noted items, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the Special G/L indicator.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Special G/L indicator for noted items has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account you are trying to use for the noted item does not have a corresponding Special G/L indicator set up.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with noted items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FR374 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBXR (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Special G/L Transactions > Define Special G/L Indicators).
  Ensure that the Special G/L indicator for noted items is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Special G/L Indicator:
  
  If the indicator is missing, you will need to create or assign a Special G/L indicator for the noted items. This involves specifying the account type and the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Review Account Settings:
  
  Check the account settings in transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to ensure that the account you are using for the noted item has the correct Special G/L indicator assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for noted items. You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant to verify this.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Noted Items: Noted items are used in SAP to track items that are not yet posted to the general ledger but are important for reporting and tracking purposes.
  Special G/L Indicators: These are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, and noted items.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to Financial Accounting (FI) and Special G/L transactions.
  
  If the issue 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.