How To Fix GG290 - You cannot create substitution &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 290

• Message text: You cannot create substitution &

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create substitution &V1&. You cannot do so because
the substitution begins with a number. Substitutions that begin with
a number are used by SAP only.

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?

Enter a different name for your substitution.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG290 - You cannot create substitution & ?

  The SAP error message GG290, which states "You cannot create substitution &," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to the configuration of substitution rules in the system. This error can arise in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where substitutions are used to replace or modify certain values during document processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The substitution rule may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify substitution rules.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or conditions defined for the substitution may not be valid or may conflict with existing rules.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or restrictions that prevent the creation of new substitutions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for substitutions in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Document Entry -> Substitutions).
  Ensure that the substitution rules are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify substitution rules. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Validate Parameters:
  
  Review the parameters and conditions set for the substitution. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with existing rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the substitution functionality and any prerequisites that may need to be met.
  
  
  
  Check for System Restrictions:
  
  Investigate if there are any system-wide settings or restrictions that might be preventing the creation of new substitutions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBBH (for substitution rules) or OBA5 (for document types) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to error GG290.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.