How To Fix GC401 - Validation group & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Validation group & not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC401 - Validation group & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GC401, which states "Validation group & not maintained," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when a validation group is referenced but has not been properly set up in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents or when executing certain transactions that require validation checks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Validation Group: The specified validation group has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The validation group may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant master data or transaction.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the validation group name being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validation Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for validation groups in SAP. This can typically be found under the following path:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Document Control > Validation > Define Validation Groups.
  
  
  Ensure that the validation group in question is created and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Validation Group:
  
  If the validation group does not exist, you will need to create it. Define the necessary rules and conditions that should apply to this validation group.
  If it exists but is not maintained correctly, review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the relevant master data (e.g., G/L accounts, cost centers) is correctly assigned to the validation group.
  If the validation group is linked to specific accounts or entities, verify that these are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the data being entered to ensure that it aligns with the expected validation group.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on validation groups and their configuration.
  
  
  
  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: You may use transaction codes like OB28 (for validation) to check existing validations and their groups.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify validation groups in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the validation group works as intended and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC401 error and ensure that your validation groups are correctly maintained in SAP.