How To Fix GJ391 - When 'Create SAPF100 documents' is OFF, no B/I Session Name Is Allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 391

• Message text: When 'Create SAPF100 documents' is OFF, no B/I Session Name Is Allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ391 - When 'Create SAPF100 documents' is OFF, no B/I Session Name Is Allowed. ?

  The SAP error message GJ391 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration related to the creation of SAPF100 documents in the system. This error typically arises when the system is set to not allow the creation of these documents, but a session name for a batch input (B/I) is still being provided.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Setting: The system configuration for creating SAPF100 documents is turned off. This means that the system is not set up to process these documents, but a session name is still being referenced in the transaction.
  Incorrect Input: The user may be trying to execute a transaction that requires the creation of SAPF100 documents while the system is configured to disallow it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GJ391 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings related to SAPF100 document creation. This can typically be found in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Financial Accounting or the specific module you are working with and check if the option to create SAPF100 documents is enabled.
  
  
  
  Enable Document Creation:
  
  If the creation of SAPF100 documents is indeed required for your business process, enable this option in the configuration settings.
  If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Remove Session Name:
  
  If the creation of SAPF100 documents is not necessary, ensure that you are not providing a session name for batch input when executing the transaction. Remove any references to session names in your input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are trying to execute. This may provide additional insights into the requirements for document creation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for help.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to SAPF100 document creation and batch input processing.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to create or manage SAPF100 documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GJ391 error and proceed with your SAP transactions.