How To Fix GG185 - Special Purpose Ledger is blocked for direct posting

GG185 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Special Purpose Ledger is blocked for direct posting

What causes this issue?

The menu item "Preparation" for system configuration has been set
(Table T000C) such that direct posting is blocked.

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?

If you want to cancel the block, you must flag the respective field in
Table T000C under the menu option Environment --> Preparation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GG185 - Details

• The SAP error message GG185 indicates that the Special Purpose Ledger (SPL) is blocked for direct posting. This typically occurs when certain configurations or settings prevent users from making direct postings to the Special Purpose Ledger. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The Special Purpose Ledger may be configured to disallow direct postings. This is often done to maintain data integrity and ensure that all postings go through the appropriate channels.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post directly to the Special Purpose Ledger.
  Period Lock: The posting period for the Special Purpose Ledger may be closed or locked, preventing any new postings.
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that restrict direct postings to the Special Purpose Ledger.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the Special Purpose Ledger in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBY6 or similar).
  Ensure that the option for