How To Fix GG379 - Ledger & is not a user-defined ledger (long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 379

• Message text: Ledger & is not a user-defined ledger (long text)

What causes this issue?

The ledger &V1& is a 'standard ledger' or it does not belong to the
application FI-SL ('Special Purpose Ledger', 'Extended General
Ledger'). This program does not currently carry out Customizing
validations for these ledgers.

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG379 - Ledger & is not a user-defined ledger (long text) ?

  The SAP error message GG379 indicates that the ledger you are trying to use is not recognized as a user-defined ledger. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when working with ledgers in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to access may not be configured as a user-defined ledger in the system.
  System Settings: The system may be set up to only recognize certain ledgers, and the one you are trying to use does not fall into that category.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified ledger.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the ledger name or code being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the Financial Accounting (FI) section and check the ledger settings to ensure that the ledger in question is defined as a user-defined ledger.
  
  
  
  Verify Ledger Name/Code:
  
  Double-check the ledger name or code you are entering to ensure it is correct and matches the defined ledgers in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ledger. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to ledger configuration and usage to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for defining ledgers) and OBA7 (for ledger settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GG379 error and implement a solution to resolve it.