How To Fix G0472 - Document type &1 is not allowed for manual posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Document type &1 is not allowed for manual posting

What causes this issue?

In the settings for document type &V1&, you have specified posting level
0T (<LS>Reported Data: Currency Translation</>) and in the <LS>Posting
</> group box, you have selected the <LS>Manual</> radio button. For
posting level 0T, however, only automatic postings are allowed for the
automatic currency translation.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the definition of document type &V1& by selecting <LS>Automatic
</> in the <LS>Posting</> group box.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0472 - Document type &1 is not allowed for manual posting ?

  The SAP error message G0472, which states "Document type &1 is not allowed for manual posting," typically occurs when you attempt to post a document using a document type that is not configured to allow manual postings in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use for posting is not set up to allow manual postings. This could be due to specific settings in the configuration of the document type.
  Posting Restrictions: Certain document types may be restricted for manual entry due to business rules or internal controls.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post using that document type.
  
  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.
  Find the document type in question (replace &1 with the actual document type).
  Ensure that the "Manual Posting" option is enabled for that document type.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Check if there are any specific rules or restrictions set for the document type that prevent manual postings.
  If necessary, consult with your finance team or SAP consultant to understand the business logic behind the restriction.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations for the document type.
  This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 or SUIM.
  
  
  
  Alternative Document Type:
  
  If the document type is indeed restricted for manual postings and cannot be changed, consider using an alternative document type that allows manual postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or SU01 (for user management) to check configurations and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document types and posting procedures for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.