How To Fix GC145 - Upload method not specified.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Upload method not specified.

What causes this issue?

You must specify an upload method for uploading financial reporting
data from a non-SAP system.

How to fix this error?

Select an upload method, in which you can maintain additional specs for
data transfer.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC145 - Upload method not specified. ?

  The SAP error message GC145: Upload method not specified typically occurs when you are trying to upload data into the SAP system, but the system does not have a specified method for how to perform the upload. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data uploads in transaction codes like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or when using certain data transfer tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The upload method has not been defined in the configuration settings for the data upload process.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: You may be using a transaction code that requires a specific upload method that has not been set up.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the upload methods.
  Data Transfer Tool Settings: If you are using a specific data transfer tool, it may not be configured correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for the upload process (e.g., LSMW).
  Ensure that the upload method is specified. This could be a direct input method, batch input, or other methods depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Specify Upload Method:
  
  If you are using LSMW, navigate to the project, subproject, and object where you are trying to perform the upload.
  In the "Maintain Object Attributes" section, ensure that you have selected an appropriate upload method.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Code:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction code that corresponds to the upload method you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the upload. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific upload method you are trying to use for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench): A tool used for data migration in SAP. Understanding how to configure LSMW properly can help avoid this error.
  Batch Input: A method of data upload that allows you to process data in batches. Ensure that the batch input method is correctly set up if you are using it.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC145 error and successfully specify the upload method for your data transfer in SAP.