How To Fix G00106 - The contra item &2 for FS item &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 106

• Message text: The contra item &2 for FS item &1 is not defined

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& has a contra item assignment with item &V2. But the item &V2&
itself has not been defined.

System Response

The item substitution cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

Define item &V2& in Customizing of Consolidation or assign a different
contra item to item &V1&.

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 G00106 - The contra item &2 for FS item &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message G00106 indicates that there is a missing or undefined contra item for a financial statement (FS) item in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and reporting, particularly when dealing with financial statement versions or when trying to generate reports that involve specific financial statement items.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The contra item (the account that offsets the FS item) has not been defined in the financial statement version configuration.
  Incorrect FS Item Setup: The financial statement item itself may not be set up correctly, or it may not have a corresponding contra item defined.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry or configuration that lead to the system not being able to find the required contra item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Financial Statement Version:
  
  Go to the configuration for the financial statement version (Transaction Code: OB58).
  Verify that the FS item in question has a defined contra item. If it does not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Define Contra Item:
  
  If the contra item is missing, you can define it by editing the financial statement version and specifying the appropriate contra item for the FS item.
  
  
  
  Review FS Item Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the FS item is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring financial statement versions and items.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the financial statement report again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB58 (Financial Statement Version)
  FS00 (G/L Account Master Data)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to financial statement configurations.
  
  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.