How To Fix G0471 - Doc. type &1 is allowed only for bus. application "Currency Translation"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Doc. type &1 is allowed only for bus. application "Currency Translation"

What causes this issue?

In the settings for document type &V1&, you have specified posting level
0T (<LS>Reported Data: Currency Translation</>) and business application
&V2&. For posting level 0T, however, only business application <LS>
Currency Translation</> is allowed.

System Response

The settings for document type &V1& are inconsistent and cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings for document type &V1& by choosing business
application <LS>Currency Translation</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0471 - Doc. type &1 is allowed only for bus. application "Currency Translation" ?

  The SAP error message G0471 indicates that a specific document type is restricted to the business application "Currency Translation." This error typically arises when you attempt to post a document using a document type that is not permitted for the operation you are trying to perform, particularly in the context of currency translation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to use is not configured for the business application you are working with. In this case, it is specifically restricted to currency translation.
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be set up correctly in the system for the intended use, or it may be misconfigured in the financial accounting settings.
  Posting in Wrong Context: You might be trying to post a document in a context that does not support the document type, such as a different financial transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Financial Accounting (FI) and check the configuration for document types.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly set up for the intended business application.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Document Type:
  
  If you are performing a currency translation, ensure that you are using the appropriate document type that is allowed for this process.
  If you are unsure which document type to use, consult your SAP documentation or your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Context:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct transaction or context for the document type you are trying to use.
  If necessary, switch to the appropriate transaction that supports the document type.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on document type configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document types and currency translation, such as OBY6 (for document type configuration).
  SAP Help Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on document types and their configurations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to post documents with the specified document type.
  
  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 within SAP.