How To Fix G0487 - Document type &1: Settings contain errors (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 487

• Message text: Document type &1: Settings contain errors (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You have specified the business use <LS>Posting of Group Shares</> for
document type &V1&. For such a document type, only the following
settings are permitted:
Posting level <LS>Consolidation Posting</>
<LS>Automatic</> posting
Posting of quantities only (that is, no posting of currencies)
Posting without deferred taxes
Posting without automatic document reversal
Document type &V1& has settings that differ from the permitted settings
listed above.

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& as specified above.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0487 - Document type &1: Settings contain errors (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message G0487 indicates that there are issues with the configuration settings for a specific document type in the system. This error typically arises when the settings for the document type are incomplete or incorrect, which prevents the system from processing transactions related to that document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The document type may not be fully configured in the system. This can include missing settings for number ranges, posting keys, or other related parameters.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings for the document type, such as conflicts with other document types or settings that do not align with the business rules.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the document type settings.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard document type settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the document type in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling, etc.) and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. You can access this through the SPRO transaction:
  
  Navigate to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types.
  Review the settings for the document type indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Number Ranges: Ensure that the number range assigned to the document type is correctly defined and active. You can check this in the same configuration area.
  
  
  Check Posting Keys: Verify that the posting keys associated with the document type are correctly configured and that they are valid for the intended transactions.
  
  
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using the transaction code SE91 to look up the message and its long text for additional context.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the document type settings.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the document type by attempting to create a transaction that uses it to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  SE91: For message management.
  OBY6: For document type settings in Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to document types and their configuration for further insights.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.