How To Fix G01302 - Document type &1 is not allowed for posting of external documents &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Document type &1 is not allowed for posting of external documents &2

What causes this issue?

You have assigned document type &V1& to task &V2&. Task &V2& is of the
<LS>External Document Posting</> category.
For tasks for posting external documents, only document types with the
following properties are permitted:
Two-sided elimination entry (that is, posting level 20)
Business application <LS>External Reported Financial Data</>.
The document type &V1& does <ZH>not</> have these properties.

System Response

The Customizing settings for task &V2& are inconsistent and can <ZH>not
</> be saved.

How to fix this error?

Assign a document type that has the required properties to task &V2&.

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 G01302 - Document type &1 is not allowed for posting of external documents &2 ?

  The SAP error message G01302 indicates that the document type specified in the transaction is not allowed for posting external documents. This error typically arises when trying to post a document (like an invoice or a payment) using a document type that is not configured to accept external postings.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is not set up to allow external documents. This could be due to configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post documents of that type.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type may have been incorrectly specified in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify that the document type you are using is configured to allow external postings. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or use a different document type that is allowed.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Document Type:
  
  If the current document type is not suitable for external postings, consider using a different document type that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents of the specified type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations (Transaction Code: SU01).
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to make changes, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that the document type settings are appropriate for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBA7 (Document Type Configuration)
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document types and external postings for more detailed information on configuration and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G01302 error and successfully post your external documents in SAP.