How To Fix GG268 - The ledger definition for the general ledger is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 268

• Message text: The ledger definition for the general ledger is missing

What causes this issue?

The ledger definition for the general ledger (ledger 00) is missing.
This definition is needed so that data can be posted to the general
ledger.
Note for the system administrator: an entry is missing in table T881.

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?

To correct the customizing entries for the general ledger, you should
execute the function for this ('Correct entries') in the menu screen of
this error list.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG268 - The ledger definition for the general ledger is missing ?

  The SAP error message GG268, which states "The ledger definition for the general ledger is missing," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when the system cannot find the necessary ledger definitions for the general ledger (G/L). This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing entries in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Ledger Definition: The ledger definition for the general ledger has not been created or is not properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the ledger in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration settings, the ledger definition may not have been included or properly transported.
  Client-Specific Settings: The ledger definition may exist in one client but not in another, leading to this error when accessing the G/L in a different client.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (Define Ledgers) in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the ledger definition for the general ledger exists and is correctly configured.
  If it is missing, create a new ledger definition or adjust the existing one as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Financial Accounting Settings:
  
  Ensure that the settings in the Financial Accounting module are complete and correctly configured.
  Check the settings for the company code and ensure that the ledger is assigned to the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the ledger definition was included in the transport request.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration settings that include the ledger definition.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Configuration:
  
  If you are working in a different client, ensure that the ledger definition is available in that client.
  You may need to replicate the configuration from the source client to the target client.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to ledger definitions and configurations for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (Define Ledgers), OBA7 (Define G/L Account), and OBC4 (Define Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GG268 error message in SAP.