How To Fix G0023 - Ledger &1 not defined for totals table ECMCT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Ledger &1 not defined for totals table ECMCT

What causes this issue?

In SAP Consolidation, totals records are stored in the ECMCT table.
Thus, the ledgers used in SAP Consolidation must also be created in the
ECMCT table.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Use a ledger that was created in ECMCT.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0023 - Ledger &1 not defined for totals table ECMCT ?

  The SAP error message G0023 indicates that a specific ledger is not defined for the totals table ECMCT. This error typically arises in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an attempt to access or process data related to a ledger that has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ledger Configuration: The ledger specified in the error message is not defined in the system for the totals table ECMCT.
  Incorrect Settings: The ledger may not be assigned to the appropriate company code or controlling area.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the ledger configuration may not have been carried over correctly.
  Customizations: Custom developments or modifications may have led to inconsistencies in ledger definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (for FI) or OKB9 (for CO) to check the ledger settings.
  Ensure that the ledger in question is defined and properly assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Define the Ledger:
  
  If the ledger is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration transactions mentioned above.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code and Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code and controlling area are correctly linked to the ledger.
  Check if the ledger is active for the relevant fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If the error occurs after a data migration, ensure that all necessary configurations were migrated correctly.
  Run consistency checks if available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB22 (Define Ledgers), OKB9 (Define Ledger for CO)
  Tables: 
  
  ECMCT: This is the totals table that stores the data related to the ledgers.
  T001: Company Codes
  T003: Document Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G0023 error and ensure that the ledger is properly defined for the totals table ECMCT.