How To Fix G00205 - Carryforward task not executed or blocked - unit &1 &2


G00205 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

  • Message number: 205

  • Message text: Carryforward task not executed or blocked - unit &1 &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    The euro conversion cannot be executed because the carrying forward of
    balances has not taken place and is blocked.

    System Response

    After the conversion takes place, balances cannot be carried forward
    and prior year postings cannot be made.
    This is why in the prior year all tasks must be blocked, all periods
    must be closed, and in the conversion year the balances must be carried
    forward and carryforwards be blocked.

    How to fix this error?

    Carry forward the balances and block the task.

    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 G00205 - Carryforward task not executed or blocked - unit &1 &2 ?
    The SAP error message G00205, which states "Carryforward task not executed or blocked - unit &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of financial closing processes, particularly during the carryforward of balances from one fiscal year to the next. This error indicates that the carryforward task for a specific unit (such as a company code or controlling area) has not been executed or is blocked for some reason.
    Causes:
    
    Incomplete Configuration: The carryforward process may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the fiscal year variant or in the carryforward settings.
    Blocking Issues: The unit specified in the error message may be blocked for carryforward due to various reasons, such as:
    The fiscal year is not yet closed.
    There are open periods that prevent the carryforward from being executed.
    There are pending transactions or postings that need to be cleared.
    
    
    Authorization Issues: The user executing the carryforward may not have the

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