How To Fix GG420 - Not all selected field movements could be taken into consideration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Not all selected field movements could be taken into consideration

What causes this issue?

You have choosed field movement from the list of proposed field
movements. In doing this, not all field movements that you selected
could be taken into consideration. If you chose several movements for
the same receiver field, the first selected movement will be used.
A movement may have already existed with one of the selected receiver
fields. In this case, the existing movement will not overwritten.

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?

Make sure that the field movements on the screen are correct.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG420 - Not all selected field movements could be taken into consideration ?

  The SAP error message GG420, which states "Not all selected field movements could be taken into consideration," typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when there are issues with the field movements during a posting or during the execution of a report.
  Causes:
  
  
  Field Movement Configuration: The error may arise if the field movements are not properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the field movement definitions.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing entries or incorrect account assignments.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain field movements or data.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The error can also occur if the posting period is closed or if there are restrictions on the types of postings that can be made during that period.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Movement Configuration: Review the configuration of field movements in the system. Ensure that all necessary field movements are defined and correctly set up.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Review Posting Periods: Check the status of the posting periods. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or adjust the posting accordingly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for managing posting periods) and OBA7 (for field movement configuration).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to G/L accounting and field movements for more detailed guidance.
  Community 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 GG420 error and implement a suitable solution.