How To Fix GK205 - No insertions allowed under &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 205

• Message text: No insertions allowed under &1 &2

What causes this issue?

You want to insert an organizational unit beneath a consolidation unit.
However, consolidation units are end nodes in the CG/CU hierarchy, and
no other nodes can be inserted beneath them.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Either create a new organizational unit on the same level as the
consolidation unit or insert the unit at a different position.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK205 - No insertions allowed under &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message GK205 "No insertions allowed under &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when you attempt to insert a new line item or record in a situation where the system does not permit it. The placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with specific values that indicate the context of the error, such as the account type or the document type.
  Cause:
  
  
  Account Type Restrictions: The error may arise if you are trying to insert a line item into an account that is not configured to allow such insertions. For example, certain types of accounts (like balance sheet accounts) may have restrictions on how entries can be made.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may not allow for insertions in the current context. This could be due to configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain operations based on the document type.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or not open for the type of transaction you are trying to perform, this error may occur.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module that prevent insertions under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration: Review the configuration of the account you are trying to post to. Ensure that it is set up to allow the type of transaction you are attempting.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are using. Ensure that it is configured to allow insertions for the type of transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to post. If it is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB52 to check and manage posting periods, and FS00 to review account settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to G/L account configuration and document types for further insights.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action being attempted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK205 error and implement a solution to resolve it.