How To Fix G0477 - Document type &1 is allowed only for business application "Other"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Document type &1 is allowed only for business application "Other"

What causes this issue?

In the settings for document type &V1&, you have specified posting level
0C (<LS>Adjustment Entry for Universal Document</>) and business
application &V2&. For posting level 0C, however, only business
application <LS>Other</> 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>Other</>.

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 G0477 - Document type &1 is allowed only for business application "Other" ?

  The SAP error message G0477 indicates that a specific document type is restricted to a particular business application, which in this case is "Other." This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a document type that is not compatible with the current business application context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is configured in the system to be applicable only for the "Other" business application. This means that it cannot be used in the context you are currently working in (e.g., it may be restricted to certain transactions or modules).
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be trying to post a document using a transaction that does not support the specified document type.
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there have been customizations or enhancements made to the SAP system, they may have altered the behavior of document types and their allowed applications.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration