How To Fix GG181 - The general ledger cannot be cut

GG181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 181

• Message text: The general ledger cannot be cut

What causes this issue?

You have tried to cut the general ledger (ledger 00).

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?

The general ledger (account balances) cannot be cut.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG181 - The general ledger cannot be cut ?

  The SAP error message GG181, which states "The general ledger cannot be cut," typically occurs when there are issues related to the closing of the financial periods or when trying to perform certain operations that require the general ledger to be in a specific state. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Open Periods: The financial period you are trying to close or cut may still have open transactions or postings.
  Incomplete Closing Activities: There may be pending activities in the closing process that need to be completed before the ledger can be cut.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the system that prevent the cutting of the general ledger.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved before proceeding.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Open Periods: Verify that all financial periods