How To Fix GJ880 - Special G/L Indicator & Is not Defined for Posting Key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 880

• Message text: Special G/L Indicator & Is not Defined for Posting Key &

What causes this issue?

For posting method &V3& and item type &V4& cutback tries to create
posting lines with posting key &V2& and a special G/L indicator &V1&
that does not exist.
This problem can occur for the JV functions CUTB, CUTI, or TAXC.

System Response

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

If the special G/L indicator is correct, <DS:TRAN.OB41>maintain</> the
special G/L indicator for posting key &V2&.
If the special G/L indicator is not correct, <DS:TRAN.GJ50>change</>
the posting rule details.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ880 - Special G/L Indicator & Is not Defined for Posting Key & ?

  The SAP error message GJ880 indicates that a special G/L indicator is not defined for a specific posting key. This error typically occurs during the posting of transactions in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with special G/L transactions such as down payments, guarantees, or other special accounting entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The special G/L indicator you are trying to use is not configured in the system for the specified posting key.
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key being used may not be appropriate for the type of transaction you are trying to post.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not be compatible with the special G/L indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Business Transactions > Special G/L Transactions > Define Special G/L Indicators.
  Ensure that the special G/L indicator is defined for the relevant posting key.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Key Settings:
  
  Check the posting key settings in the same SPRO path under Define Posting Keys.
  Ensure that the posting key you are using is set up to allow the special G/L indicator you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the special G/L indicator.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction type settings to allow for the special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the specific special G/L indicator and posting key.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special G/L Indicators: These are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, etc. Each special G/L indicator can have specific settings that dictate how transactions are processed.
  Posting Keys: Posting keys are used in SAP to control the type of transaction being posted (e.g., debit or credit) and the account types that can be posted to.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) to test and troubleshoot postings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the issue.