How To Fix GC864 - Trading partner & can not be part of subgroup &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Trading partner & can not be part of subgroup &

What causes this issue?

In <DS:DE.RLEVL>posting level</> 4, the specified
<GL:trading_partner>trading partner</> &V1& may not belong to
<GL:subgroup>subgroup</> &V2&.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Assign a trading partner that belongs to subgroup &V2& or use a
document type with posting level 3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC864 - Trading partner & can not be part of subgroup & ?

  The SAP error message GC864 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of trading partners and subgroups in the system. This error occurs when you attempt to assign a trading partner to a subgroup that it is not allowed to be part of, based on the system's configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The trading partner you are trying to assign is not configured to be part of the specified subgroup. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the configuration of trading partners and subgroups.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the trading partner may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to perform transactions involving that trading partner.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions or authorizations that prevent the trading partner from being assigned to the subgroup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for trading partners and subgroups in SAP. This is usually found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting).
  Ensure that the trading partner is correctly assigned to the subgroup you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data of the trading partner in question. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the trading partner is set up to be part of the subgroup.
  You can use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to review and edit the trading partner details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to trading partners and subgroups to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to assign trading partners to subgroups. If you suspect an authorization issue, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the assignment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner, OB62 for managing trading partner settings, and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for GC864 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP configuration.