How To Fix GI823 - General Ledger (new) is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 823

• Message text: General Ledger (new) is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI823 - General Ledger (new) is not active ?

  The SAP error message GI823 indicates that the General Ledger (G/L) accounting functionality is not active in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when trying to perform transactions that require G/L accounting features.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive G/L Accounting: The most common cause is that the new General Ledger (G/L) accounting has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that have not been properly set up for the new G/L.
  Client Settings: The client settings may not allow for the use of the new G/L.
  Missing Authorizations: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to access the new G/L features.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate New G/L:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (Activate New G/L).
  Ensure that the new G/L is activated for the relevant company code.
  If it is not activated, follow the necessary steps to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Business Transactions and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Check the client settings to ensure that the new G/L is allowed. This can be done in transaction SCC4.
  Ensure that the client is set up to use the new G/L.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the new G/L functionalities.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and ensure they include access to the new G/L transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the new G/L for any specific requirements or additional steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (Activate New G/L), SPRO (Configuration), and SCC4 (Client Administration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to the GI823 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GI823 error and activate the new General Ledger functionality in your SAP system.