How To Fix G3368 - For cons chart &1, 'groupwide standard chart of accts' set more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 368

• Message text: For cons chart &1, 'groupwide standard chart of accts' set more than once

What causes this issue?

The 'groupwide standard chart of accounts' is activated for more than
one entry. However, it only makes sense to set this indicator for one
entry within a consolidation chart of accounts.

System Response

Your settings have errors and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Set the indicator only once per consolidation chart of accounts.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3368 - For cons chart &1, 'groupwide standard chart of accts' set more than once ?

  The SAP error message G3368 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the chart of accounts in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the "groupwide standard chart of accounts" has been set more than once for a particular company code or controlling area. This can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and data management.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the same chart of accounts has been assigned multiple times to the same company code or controlling area.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings where the chart of accounts is defined.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from a development environment to production, it might have led to duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) or OBD4 (for controlling area settings).
  Verify the chart of accounts assigned to the company code or controlling area. Ensure that the "groupwide standard chart of accounts" is only assigned once.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find that the chart of accounts is assigned multiple times, remove the duplicate entries. Ensure that only one entry exists for the "groupwide standard chart of accounts."
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that they did not inadvertently create duplicate assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that financial processes are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (Company Code Global Data), OBD4 (Controlling Area), and OX15 (Chart of Accounts).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to G3368 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.