How To Fix GI163 - No amount fields and quantities are selected for ledger &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No amount fields and quantities are selected for ledger &

What causes this issue?

You have not specified currencies or quantities for this ledger, in
other words, according to Table T881, the ledger should not store any
quantities, which does not make sense.

System Response

Update is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Please check the ledger entries in Table T881.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI163 - No amount fields and quantities are selected for ledger & ?

  The SAP error message GI163 ("No amount fields and quantities are selected for ledger &") typically occurs during the execution of a financial transaction or report when the system cannot find any relevant amount fields or quantity fields for the specified ledger. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The ledger may not be properly configured to include the necessary amount or quantity fields. This can happen if the ledger is newly created or if there have been changes to the configuration.
  
  
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction or report may not match any existing data. For example, if you are filtering by a specific time period or account that has no transactions, the system will not find any relevant data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data in the specified ledger.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the data model.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration: Verify that the ledger is correctly configured to include the necessary amount and quantity fields. This can be done in the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the transaction or report are correct and that there is data available for the specified parameters. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the ledger data. This can be done through transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance) and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any potential issues with the underlying data. This may involve running specific reports or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the data structure.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the transaction code, user details, and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), and SE37 (for function modules) that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help files related to financial reporting and ledger management for additional insights.
  Community 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 GI163 error and implement an appropriate solution.