How To Fix G0851 - Invalid document type for task &1 (elim. IU P/L in inventory), version &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Invalid document type for task &1 (elim. IU P/L in inventory), version &2

What causes this issue?

Document type &V3& is assigned to task &V1& for the elimination of
interunit (IU) profit/loss in inventory in special version &V2& for a
specified period. However, this document type does not exist in the
target dimension &V4&. The assignment is therefore invalid in dimension
&V4&.

System Response

The task &V1& is copied, but the period-dependent assignment of a
document type in special version &V2& is not copied.

How to fix this error?

If the task &V1& is also used in special version &V2& in target
dimension &V4&, you need to maintain the missing assignments there.
The assignment in the source dimension can only be copied completely if
document type &V3& is also copied. You can also do this at a later
point in time (after an update run) by re-executing the copying
program. To re-execute the program do both of the following:
Select document type &V3& in addition to the previous settings.
Select the option "Do not change" for existing settings.
Alternatively, you can manually assign the document type to task &V1&
as follows:
Change the global parameters.
Change the dimension to &V4&.
Select a consolidation version that uses &V2& as the special version
for the elimination of IU profit/loss in inventory.
Assign document types to tasks in the section "Elimination of Interunit
Profit/Loss in Inventory" of Consolidation Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0851 - Invalid document type for task &1 (elim. IU P/L in inventory), version &2 ?

  The SAP error message G0851, which states "Invalid document type for task &1 (elim. IU P/L in inventory), version &2," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and intercompany processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the document type being used for a specific task related to inventory elimination in intercompany profit and loss (P/L) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified in the task does not match the expected document type for the intercompany elimination process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to document types, especially in the context of intercompany transactions.
  Version Mismatch: The version specified in the error message may not be compatible with the document type or the task being processed.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for handling intercompany transactions may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type used in the task is valid for intercompany elimination. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the correct document type is being used.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for intercompany transactions in the SAP system. Ensure that the document types are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate processes.
  Update Version: If the version specified in the error message is outdated or incorrect, update it to the correct version that aligns with the document type and task.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that intercompany eliminations are processed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBY6 (for document types) or OBY2 (for intercompany settings) to review and adjust configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on intercompany accounting and inventory management for detailed guidance on setup and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the G0851 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.