How To Fix G0188 - Assigned document type &1 has the invalid posting level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Assigned document type &1 has the invalid posting level &2

What causes this issue?

You assigned <DS:GLOS.document_type>document type</> &v1& to the task
&V3&. This document type has posting level &v2&, and therefore cannot
be used for preparations for consolidation group changes.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Assign another document type or change the posting level of the
document type.
You can only use document types with the following posting levels:
'02' Acquisitions/divestitures against reported financial data
'12' Acquisitions/divestitures against standardized financial data
'22' Acquisitions/divestitures against interunit eliminations
'24' Acquisitions/divestitures against IU eliminations (special logic)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0188 - Assigned document type &1 has the invalid posting level &2 ?

  The SAP error message G0188, which states "Assigned document type &1 has the invalid posting level &2," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the document type and the posting level defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Posting Level: The document type specified in the error message is associated with a posting level that is not valid. Posting levels determine how transactions are processed in the system, and if the posting level is not correctly configured, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the document type in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not be set up correctly. This could be due to changes made in the configuration or incorrect settings during the initial setup.
  Custom Document Types: If custom document types have been created, they may not have the correct posting levels assigned to them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  Verify the posting level assigned to the document type in question. Ensure that it is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Levels:
  
  If the posting level is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid posting level that aligns with your organization's accounting practices.
  Ensure that the posting level is compatible with the type of transactions you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If you are using custom document types, ensure that they have been properly configured with valid posting levels.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to review any custom settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) and OBD2 (for posting levels) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed explanations of document types and posting levels to ensure proper understanding and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a professional with expertise in SAP Financial Accounting.