How To Fix GC191 - No ledger for consolidation has been specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 191

• Message text: No ledger for consolidation has been specified

What causes this issue?

No consolidation staging ledger was allocated to the company code.

System Response

If an extract is to be created for consolidation, then every company
code must also be allocated to the consolidation staging ledger. This
means that every company code is posted directly to two ledgers.

How to fix this error?

Every company code which is to be transferred to consolidation must be
allocated to the consolidation additional ledger. The consolidation
additional ledger must point to the GLT3 data base.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC191 - No ledger for consolidation has been specified ?

  The SAP error message GC191 "No ledger for consolidation has been specified" typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Financial Consolidation (FC) module or SAP S/4HANA Finance.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified ledger for the consolidation process. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The consolidation ledger has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the consolidation ledger may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Entry Issues: The user may not have specified a ledger when attempting to run a consolidation report or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified ledger.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GC191 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consolidation ledger in SAP.
  Ensure that the ledger you intend to use for consolidation is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Specify the Ledger:
  
  When running the consolidation process, ensure that you specify the correct ledger in the selection criteria.
  If you are using a report or transaction, check the input fields to ensure the ledger is selected.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the consolidation ledger.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to financial consolidation for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs can cause unexpected behavior.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for ledger settings) and FB50 (for posting) that may be useful in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error GC191 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GC191 error in your SAP system.