How To Fix GC315 - Incorrect combination of ledger &/extract file legal consolidation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 315

• Message text: Incorrect combination of ledger &/extract file legal consolidation

What causes this issue?

This extract was created for a legal consolidation. The ledger, which
is to be loaded, has been defined for a business area consolidation.

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?

Run the transfer again with the ledger for legal consolidation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC315 - Incorrect combination of ledger &/extract file legal consolidation ?

  The SAP error message GC315, which states "Incorrect combination of ledger &/extract file legal consolidation," typically occurs in the context of legal consolidation processes within SAP Financials. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the ledger being used and the extract file that is being processed for legal consolidation.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Ledger Selection: The ledger selected for the consolidation process does not match the ledger defined in the extract file.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the ledgers are not properly set up for legal consolidation.
  Data Extraction Errors: The extract file may not have been generated correctly or may not contain the necessary data for the selected ledger.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the extract file may not correspond to the version of the ledger being used in the consolidation process.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified ledger or extract file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Ledger and Extract File: Check the ledger selected for the consolidation and ensure it matches the ledger defined in the extract file. Make sure that the correct extract file is being used.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for legal consolidation in SAP and ensure that the ledgers are correctly set up. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Consolidation (EC-CS) modules.
  Regenerate Extract File: If the extract file is suspected to be incorrect, regenerate it to ensure it contains the correct data for the selected ledger.
  Check Version Compatibility: Ensure that the version of the extract file corresponds to the version of the ledger being used. If there are discrepancies, use the correct version.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user executing the consolidation has the necessary authorizations to access the ledger and extract file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as GCAC (Consolidation) and GCA1 (Create Consolidation Group) to navigate the consolidation process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on legal consolidation processes to ensure compliance with best practices and correct configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GC315 error in your SAP system.