How To Fix GC759 - Transaction type & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Transaction type & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC759 - Transaction type & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message GC759, which states "Transaction type & is not defined," typically occurs when a transaction type that is being referenced in a process (such as a financial transaction, posting, or reporting) is not defined in the system. This can happen in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or others where transaction types are used.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may not have been activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly referencing the transaction type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check if the transaction type is defined.
  For Financial Accounting, you can check under Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Document Types or Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Document Types.
  
  
  
  Define the Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type is missing, you will need to define it. This can be done in the configuration settings where you can create or modify transaction types.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect references in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included the necessary changes and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transaction type. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the transaction type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings (e.g., OBY6 for document types in FI).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GC759 error and implement a solution to resolve it.