How To Fix GC841 - Incorrect list type; only 1-3 or 9 possible

GC841 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 841

• Message text: Incorrect list type; only 1-3 or 9 possible

What causes this issue?

An invalid list type was entered.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Please enter list type 1, 2, 3 or 9.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC841 - Incorrect list type; only 1-3 or 9 possible ?

  The SAP error message GC841 indicates that there is an issue with the list type specified in a transaction or report. This error typically arises when the system expects a specific type of list but receives an invalid or unsupported type instead. The valid list types in this context are usually 1, 2, 3, or 9, and the error suggests that the input does not match these expected values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid List Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has entered an invalid list type that is not recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the acceptance of an invalid list type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom reports or programs, they may not be handling list types correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Verify the list type you are entering. Ensure that