How To Fix GC728 - Data transfer method for company &1 not equal to periodic extract.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 728

• Message text: Data transfer method for company &1 not equal to periodic extract.

What causes this issue?

Periodic extract from FI or step consolidation was not set as a data
transfer method for the company.

How to fix this error?

Check the data transfer method in Company Maintenance.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC728 - Data transfer method for company &1 not equal to periodic extract. ?

  The SAP error message GC728 indicates that there is a mismatch in the data transfer method for a specific company code. Specifically, it states that the data transfer method for the company code (&1) is not set to "periodic extract." This error typically arises in the context of data extraction processes, such as when using SAP's General Ledger (G/L) or during the data transfer to a data warehouse or reporting tool.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be configured to use the periodic extract method, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Transfer Method Settings: The data transfer method for the company code might be set to a different method (e.g., "real-time" or "batch") instead of "periodic extract."
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing configurations in the master data related to the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the company code in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant area where data transfer methods are defined (e.g., Financial Accounting settings).
  Ensure that the data transfer method is set to "periodic extract" for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Transfer Method:
  
  If the method is incorrectly set, change it to "periodic extract."
  Save the changes and re-attempt the data extraction process.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to data transfer methods to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test extraction to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) or SPRO (to access the configuration menu) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the company code settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC728 error and successfully perform the data extraction for the specified company code.