How To Fix GC846 - Database indicator not allowed with translation key & and item &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Database indicator not allowed with translation key & and item &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC846 - Database indicator not allowed with translation key & and item &. ?

  The SAP error message GC846, which states "Database indicator not allowed with translation key & and item &," typically occurs in the context of managing translations for database entries in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the database indicator being used in conjunction with a specific translation key and item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Database Indicator: The database indicator being used may not be compatible with the specified translation key and item. This can happen if the translation key is not set up to allow the use of that particular database indicator.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the translation settings or the way the database indicators are defined in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data associated with the translation key or item may be corrupted or incorrectly defined, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Indicator: Verify that the database indicator you are using is valid for the translation key