How To Fix GG511 - Enter a valid record type

GG511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Enter a valid record type

What causes this issue?

No valid record type was entered as a selection criterion.
Specify your selection condition for the record type for each required
data type from the following spectrum:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Record type Data types
0 Actual data
1 Plan data
2 Actual allocation records
3 Plan allocation records

System Response

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GG511 - Details

• The SAP error message GG511, which states "Enter a valid record type," typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger or during the processing of financial documents. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific type of record, but the input provided does not match any of the valid record types defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Record Type: The record type entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The record types may not be properly set up in the system configuration, leading to the error.
  Data Entry Error: A typographical error or incorrect selection in the input fields can lead to this message.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain record types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Record Type: Verify that the record type you are entering is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Configuration