How To Fix G00892 - Cons. unit &1: Adjustment entry for universal document is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 892

• Message text: Cons. unit &1: Adjustment entry for universal document is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You want to post a document at posting level 0C (<LS>Adjustment Entry
for Universal Document</>) for consolidation unit &V1& in fiscal year
&V2&. This is only possible if you have specified an effective year that
is <ZH>not</> later than the current fiscal year &V2& for the <LS>Read
from Universal Document</> data transfer method on the <LS>Data
Collection</> tab page in the <LS>Consolidation Units- Create and Change
</> consolidation unit app.
Consolidation unit &V1& uses a different data transfer method or the
<LS>Read from Universal Document</> data transfer method is only active
as of a fiscal year that is later than &V2&.

System Response

The system does not allow postings at posting level 0C (<LS>Adjustment
Entry for Universal Document</>) for consolidation unit &V1&.

What causes this issue?

You want to post a document at posting level 0C (<LS>Adjustment Entry
for Universal Document</>) for consolidation unit &V1& in fiscal year
&V2&. This is only possible if you have specified an effective year that
is <ZH>not</> later than the current fiscal year &V2& for the <LS>Read
from Universal Document</> data transfer method on the <LS>Data
Collection</> tab page in the consolidation unit settings (transaction
CX1X).
Consolidation unit &V1& uses a different data transfer method or the
<LS>Read from Universal Document</> data transfer method is only active
as of a fiscal year that is later than &V2&.

System Response

The system does not allow postings at posting level 0C (<LS>Adjustment
Entry for Universal Document</>) for consolidation unit &V1&.

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 G00892 - Cons. unit &1: Adjustment entry for universal document is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message G00892 indicates that there is an issue with making an adjustment entry for a universal document related to a specific consumption unit. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or financial accounting when trying to post an adjustment that is not allowed due to the current state of the document or the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The universal document may be in a status that does not allow for adjustments. For example, if the document has already been posted or is in a closed state, adjustments may not be permitted.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict adjustments for certain types of documents or consumption units.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any adjustments from being made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make adjustments to the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the universal document. If it is closed or posted, you may need to reverse the document or create a new adjustment entry instead.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings allow for adjustments on the specific consumption unit and document type.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the date you are trying to make the adjustment. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post the adjustment in a different period.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorization profile to ensure they have the necessary permissions to make adjustments to the document.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling universal documents and adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), or FB50 (General Ledger Accounting) that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error G00892 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.