How To Fix GG138 - Field & not in table &, but in GLU1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Field & not in table &, but in GLU1

What causes this issue?

The field you want to include is defined in the structure GLU1, not in
the receiver table.

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 GG138 - Field & not in table &, but in GLU1 ?

  The SAP error message GG138 indicates that a specific field (denoted by &) is not found in the specified table (also denoted by &), but it is present in the GLU1 table. This error typically arises during the processing of financial documents or when trying to access certain data in the General Ledger (GL) module.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The field you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the specified table. This could be due to a configuration issue or a misunderstanding of the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or table structures (e.g., during an upgrade or customization), the field may have been moved or renamed.
  Incorrect Table Reference: The error may occur if the wrong table is being referenced in the transaction or program you are executing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Existence: Verify if the field exists in the specified table. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table.
  Review GLU1 Table: Since the error message indicates that the field exists in the GLU1 table, check the structure of GLU1 to understand its purpose and how it relates to the table you are working with.
  Adjust Configuration: If the field is required for your process, you may need to adjust your configuration or custom code to ensure that the correct table and field are being referenced.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to see if there are any known issues or updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message GG138 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Custom Code Review: If you have custom developments, review the code to ensure it is correctly referencing the appropriate tables and fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the GG138 error message in SAP.