How To Fix GI344 - Ledger & is not local

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 344

• Message text: Ledger & is not local

What causes this issue?

You have called up a display transaction for local ledgers, but have
entered a global ledger in the corresponding input field.

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?

Enter a local ledger.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI344 - Ledger & is not local ?

  The SAP error message GI344 typically indicates that there is an issue with the ledger configuration in the system. Specifically, the message states that the ledger you are trying to use is not local, which means that the system is unable to find the specified ledger in the local configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to access may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Local Ledger: The ledger might not be defined as a local ledger in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the ledger is specified.
  Client-Specific Settings: The ledger may not be available in the specific client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Ledgers > Define Ledgers.
  Ensure that the ledger you are trying to use is defined and marked as a local ledger.
  
  
  
  Verify Client Settings:
  
  Ensure that the ledger is available in the client you are working in. You can check this by going to the same configuration path and verifying the settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction where the error occurred to ensure that the ledger is correctly specified without any typos.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the GI344 error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OB22 (for ledger settings), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to GI344 for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify ledger settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GI344 error message in SAP.