How To Fix GA786 - Error during posting of CO-PA line items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 786

• Message text: Error during posting of CO-PA line items

What causes this issue?

Not all CO-PA line items could be posted.

System Response

Cost center assessment to Profitability Analysis is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Analyze the previous messages. You can rerun the cycle after removing
the causes of the error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA786 - Error during posting of CO-PA line items ?

  The SAP error message GA786, which indicates "Error during posting of CO-PA line items," typically occurs during the posting of line items in the Controlling-Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving it.
  Causes of GA786 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The CO-PA configuration may not be set up correctly. This includes missing characteristics, value fields, or incorrect settings in the operating concern.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being posted, such as missing master data (e.g., profit centers, cost centers) or incorrect assignment of characteristics.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post CO-PA line items.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database locks, system performance problems, or issues with the underlying database.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the posting may not be compatible with CO-PA.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not aligned, this can lead to posting errors.
  
  
  Solutions to GA786 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the CO-PA configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary characteristics and value fields are defined and correctly assigned to the operating concern.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all required master data (profit centers, cost centers, etc.) is available and correctly maintained. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Analyze Error Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for detailed error logs that can provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type being used for the posting is compatible with CO-PA. You may need to adjust the settings in the document type configuration.
  
  
  Currency Settings: Review the currency settings in the document and ensure that they are consistent with the settings in CO-PA.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your technical support team or SAP support for further assistance. They may need to investigate deeper into the system logs or perform a system check.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (CO-PA Report), KE4S (CO-PA Settlement), and KE21N (Create CO-PA Document).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to GA786. You can search for these in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on CO-PA for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GA786 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.