How To Fix GC826 - For item &, you have to specify a trading partner

GC826 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 826

• Message text: For item &, you have to specify a trading partner

What causes this issue?

According to the definition in the chart of accounts, the
<GL:financial_statement_item>FS item</> to be posted requires a
<GL:trading_partner>trading partner</> as an additional account
assignment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC826 - For item &, you have to specify a trading partner ?

  The SAP error message GC826 indicates that for a specific item in a transaction, a trading partner must be specified. This error typically arises in the context of intercompany transactions or when dealing with multiple entities within a corporate group. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Trading Partner: The trading partner field is not filled in for the item in question. This is often required for intercompany postings.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the trading partner for the specific transaction type or document.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require a trading partner to be specified, and if it is not, the error will occur.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in data entry where the trading partner was overlooked or incorrectly entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Trading Partner:
  
  Go to the document where the error occurred (e.g., invoice, journal entry).
  Locate the item that