How To Fix GI147 - Ledger & is not supported for direct posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Ledger & is not supported for direct posting

What causes this issue?

The ledger is not a direct posting ledger.

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 the definition of the ledger in the Special Purpose Ledger
configuration menu.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI147 - Ledger & is not supported for direct posting ?

  The SAP error message GI147 ("Ledger & is not supported for direct posting") typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction directly to a ledger that is not configured to allow direct postings. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to post to may not be set up to allow direct postings. This is often the case with special ledgers or when using parallel accounting.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed for the ledger you are trying to post to.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may not be allowed for direct postings to that ledger.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to that specific ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledger in question (Transaction Code: OB22 or SPRO).
  Ensure that the ledger is configured to allow direct postings. If it is a special ledger, check if it is set up correctly for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period is open for the ledger. You can do this in the transaction code OB52 to see the open periods for the relevant company code and ledger.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Verify the document type you are using for the posting. Ensure that it is allowed for the ledger in question. You can check this in the configuration settings for document types (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the ledger. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Alternative Posting Methods:
  
  If direct posting is not allowed, consider using alternative methods such as posting through a journal entry or using a different ledger that supports direct postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for ledger configuration), OB52 (for posting periods), and OBA7 (for document types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to the error message GI147.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on ledger configurations and posting rules.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the configuration and settings.