How To Fix GA184 - There is no segment in the buffer.

GA184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 184

• Message text: There is no segment in the buffer.

What causes this issue?

You want to insert a segment but have not selected one beforehand by
copying or cutting.

System Response

No segment is inserted.

How to fix this error?

Select a segment using 'Copy'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA184 - There is no segment in the buffer. ?

  The SAP error message GA184 ("There is no segment in the buffer") typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when the system is unable to find the necessary data segment in the buffer for a specific operation. This can happen during various processes, such as posting transactions or executing reports.
  Causes:
  
  Data Buffer Issues: The error may arise if the data buffer for the G/L accounts is not properly populated or has been cleared.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the G/L account or related master data can lead to this error.
  Missing Segments: The specific segment that the system is trying to access may not exist in the database or may not have been created.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access certain segments can also trigger this error.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able