How To Fix GC806 - For document type &, subgroup or trading partner required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 806

• Message text: For document type &, subgroup or trading partner required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC806 - For document type &, subgroup or trading partner required ?

  The SAP error message GC806 ("For document type &, subgroup or trading partner required") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document types in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error indicates that a required field, such as the subgroup or trading partner, is missing for the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type you are trying to use may not be properly configured to require a subgroup or trading partner.
  Missing Data: The transaction you are trying to post may not have the necessary data filled in, such as the trading partner or subgroup.
  Document Type Settings: The settings for the document type in the configuration may require additional fields that are not being populated during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type you are using is configured to require a subgroup or trading partner.
  If necessary, adjust the settings to either require or not require these fields based on your business needs.
  
  
  
  Fill in Required Fields:
  
  When posting the transaction, ensure that all required fields, including subgroup and trading partner, are filled in.
  If you are using a specific transaction code, check the input screen to see if there are fields for subgroup or trading partner that need to be populated.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If you are using a custom program or interface to post transactions, review the data being sent to ensure that it includes all required fields.
  Make sure that the trading partner and subgroup are correctly specified in the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the document type and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), and OBA7 (Document Type Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post transactions with the specified document type.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.