How To Fix G3496 - &2 is the defined target ledger for cons type &1 (check rollup batch &3)

G3496 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 496

• Message text: &2 is the defined target ledger for cons type &1 (check rollup batch &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3496 - &2 is the defined target ledger for cons type &1 (check rollup batch &3) ?

  The SAP error message G3496 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of ledgers in the context of a rollup batch process. This error message is often encountered in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration regarding the target ledger for a specific consolidation type.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The target ledger defined for the consolidation type does not match the expected configuration in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the ledger configuration or the consolidation type.
  Missing or Incorrect Rollup Batch: The rollup batch specified may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are being processed, leading to the error when trying to execute the rollup.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledgers and consolidation types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the target