How To Fix GJ612 - Posting Rule for Comp. & Funct. & and Post.Meth. & not Defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Posting Rule for Comp. & Funct. & and Post.Meth. & not Defined.

What causes this issue?

The posting rule for company code &V1&, JV function &V2&, and posting
method &V3& (which is assigned to venture &V4&) is not maintained.

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?

If the posting method is not correct, <DS:TRAN.GJV2>change</> the
posting method in the venture master data.
If the posting method is correct, <DS:TRAN.GJ49>maintain</> the posting
rules for the company code, JV function, and posting method.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ612 - Posting Rule for Comp. & Funct. & and Post.Meth. & not Defined. ?

  The SAP error message GJ612 indicates that there is an issue with the posting rules for a combination of company code, functional area, and posting method. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings, particularly in the area of controlling or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system cannot find a valid posting rule for the specified combination of:
  
  Company Code: The organizational unit that represents a separate legal entity.
  Functional Area: A subdivision of the company code used for internal reporting.
  Posting Method: The method used for posting transactions (e.g., standard, special).
  
  This can happen due to:
  
  Missing configuration in the system for the specified combination.
  Incorrect or incomplete entries in the relevant configuration tables.
  Changes in the organizational structure that have not been reflected in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GJ612 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for financial accounting or controlling.
  Ensure that the posting rules for the specified company code, functional area, and posting method are defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Posting Rules:
  
  If the posting rules are missing, you will need to create them. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the relevant configuration path (e.g., "Financial Accounting" -> "General Ledger" -> "Master Data" -> "Define Posting Rules").
  Adding the necessary entries for the combination of company code, functional area, and posting method.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the organizational structure (e.g., new company codes or functional areas), ensure that all necessary configurations have been updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure posting rules if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), FB50 (for general ledger postings), and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the GJ612 error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting or controlling within SAP.