How To Fix GC316 - Incorrect combination ledger &/extract file business area consolidation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Incorrect combination ledger &/extract file business area consolidation

What causes this issue?

The extract available has been generated for a business area
consolidation. The ledger into which you want to import the data
allows, however, a legal 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 data transfer again, using the ledger for business area
consolidation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC316 - Incorrect combination ledger &/extract file business area consolidation ?

  The SAP error message GC316, which states "Incorrect combination ledger &/extract file business area consolidation," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the ledger and the business area specified in the extract file used for consolidation.
  Causes:
  
  Mismatch in Ledger and Business Area: The ledger specified in the consolidation process does not match the business area defined in the extract file.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to ledgers or business areas.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when specifying the ledger or business area in the consolidation settings.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the specified ledger or business area may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Versioning Issues: Different versions of the extract file may not align with the current configuration of ledgers and business areas.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Ledger and Business Area: Check