How To Fix GC178 - Document type & and elimination rule are not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Document type & and elimination rule are not consistent

What causes this issue?

The specified document type is set for entries in transaction currency,
but no currency split is set in the rule for intercompany eliminations,
or vice versa.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the document type and rule consistently in regards to the
transaction currency.

<DS:TRAN.OC27>IC Eliminations</>
<DS:TRAN.OC33>Document types</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC178 - Document type & and elimination rule are not consistent ?

  The SAP error message GC178, which states "Document type & and elimination rule are not consistent," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the document type being used and the elimination rule defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The document type used for the transaction does not match the elimination rule set up in the system. This can happen if the document type is not configured to be used with the specified elimination rule.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered a document type that is not valid for the elimination rule being applied.
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: There may be a lack of proper mapping between document types and elimination rules in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types and elimination rules in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the document type in question is correctly configured to work with the specified elimination rule.
  
  
  
  Review Elimination Rules:
  
  Verify the elimination rules defined in the system. Make sure that the rules are set up to include the document type being used.
  If necessary, modify the elimination rules to include the document type or create a new elimination rule that accommodates the document type.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct document type is being used.
  If the document type is incorrect, correct it and reprocess the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring document types and elimination rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the elimination process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) and OBY7 (for elimination rules) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the configuration settings related to document types and elimination rules.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or support team for further assistance.