How To Fix G01504 - Two-sided posting: Partner unit cannot be fixated with value &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Two-sided posting: Partner unit cannot be fixated with value &1

What causes this issue?

In two-sided postings, the partner unit must match either consolidation
unit 1 or 2. You want to fix the characteristic 'partner unit' with the
value &V1&, but this does not match cons unit 1 (&V2&) nor cons unit 2
(&V3&).

System Response

The fixing cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

If the partner unit must be fixed, choose the value of consolidation
unit 1 or or that of consolidation unit 2.

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 G01504 - Two-sided posting: Partner unit cannot be fixated with value &1 ?

  The SAP error message G01504, which states "Two-sided posting: Partner unit cannot be fixated with value &1," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving two-sided postings, such as in the case of intercompany transactions or when dealing with partner units in a financial document.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner unit (e.g., a cost center, profit center, or internal order) may not be properly configured to allow for the specific type of posting you are attempting. This could be due to missing settings in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Value Assignment Issues: The value being assigned to the partner unit may not be valid or may not meet the criteria set in the system. For example, if the value is outside of acceptable limits or if the partner unit is not allowed to have that value.
  
  
  Posting Type Restrictions: Certain posting types may have restrictions on how partner units can be used, leading to this error when trying to post a transaction that violates those restrictions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G01504 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Unit Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the partner unit in the relevant master data (e.g., cost center, profit center).
  Ensure that the partner unit is set up to allow the type of posting you are attempting.
  
  
  
  Review the Value Being Posted:
  
  Check the value you are trying to assign to the partner unit. Ensure it is within acceptable limits and meets any criteria defined in the system.
  If necessary, adjust the value to comply with the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to two-sided postings and partner units to understand any specific requirements or restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  If possible, try posting with different values or partner units to identify if the issue is specific to certain configurations or values.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  F-02: General Posting
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error G01504 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.