How To Fix GC403 - Assigned ledger not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Assigned ledger not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC403 - Assigned ledger not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GC403 "Assigned ledger not maintained" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of ledgers in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with parallel accounting or multiple ledgers.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ledger Assignment: The error usually indicates that the ledger you are trying to use for a particular transaction or report has not been properly assigned in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for the ledger in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) module.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to execute may not be compatible with the assigned ledger.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not have the necessary ledger assigned to it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Ledger > Define Ledgers.
  Ensure that the ledger you are trying to use is defined and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Ledger to Company Code:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if the ledger is assigned to the company code you are working with.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to add the ledger to the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Ensure that the document types you are using are compatible with the ledger settings.
  Check if the document type is allowed for the ledger in question.
  
  
  
  Check for Parallel Accounting:
  
  If you are using parallel accounting, ensure that all necessary ledgers are properly configured and assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for any specific requirements related to the ledgers and company codes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OB22 (for document types), and OBA7 (for ledger settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify ledger settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or FI/CO consultant for further investigation.