How To Fix GI179 - Error in ledger selection at document level (ledger &1)

GI179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Error in ledger selection at document level (ledger &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI179 - Error in ledger selection at document level (ledger &1) ?

  The SAP error message GI179, which states "Error in ledger selection at document level (ledger &1)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the ledger selection during the posting of a document in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing settings, or inconsistencies in the document being posted.
  Causes of GI179 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Ledger Configuration: The ledger specified in the document may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the ledger definition or the ledger not being assigned to the company code.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be allowed for the specified ledger. Each document type can have specific settings regarding which ledgers it can post to.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts being used in the document may not be assigned to the specified ledger, or they may