How To Fix GI583 - Post with reference only works for transparent tables

GI583 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Post with reference only works for transparent tables

What causes this issue?

You want to post to a FI-SL pool table (&V1&).
These "outdated" tables only have limited capabilities. For example,
the function "Post with reference", is not supported for these tables.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

You should convert table &V1& to a transparent FI-SL table.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI583 - Post with reference only works for transparent tables ?

  The SAP error message GI583 ("Post with reference only works for transparent tables") typically occurs when you attempt to post a document or transaction using a reference to a non-transparent table. In SAP, transparent tables are database tables that have a one-to-one relationship with the underlying database table, meaning that each table corresponds directly to a single database table.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Transparent Tables: The error arises when you try to use a reference document that is based on a non-transparent table (like pooled or cluster tables) for posting. Non-transparent tables do not have a direct representation in the database, which is why the system does not allow posting with references to them.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the posting process may inadvertently reference a non-transparent table.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that attempt to post using references to non-transparent tables, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Transparent Tables: Ensure that the reference