How To Fix GK618 - The ledger could not be derived from the totals consolidation group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 618

• Message text: The ledger could not be derived from the totals consolidation group

What causes this issue?

You used the globale variable <ZH><(>&<)>0FROMTCG</> for the
characteristic <ZH>ledger</>. The system was unable to derive the value
for this variable from the characteristics
<DS:GLOS.3526B7D5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>dimension</>,
<DS:DE.FC_DDSUMCG>totals consolidation group</>,
<DS:GLOS.3526B7DBAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>version</> and
<DS:GLOS.3526B86EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>fiscal year</>.

System Response

The global parameter currently set will be used for the ledger.

How to fix this error?

Try to make sure that the values for the above characteristics are
unambiguous in the report. You can achieve this by defining the
characteristics in the report via the characteristic selection, or in
the layout by creating exactly <ZH>one</> variable for each
characteristic (as the variable for the "from" value).

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK618 - The ledger could not be derived from the totals consolidation group ?

  The SAP error message GK618, which states "The ledger could not be derived from the totals consolidation group," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate ledger for a given totals consolidation group, which can hinder the consolidation process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The consolidation group may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to derive the ledger.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be incorrect or missing mappings between the consolidation group and the ledgers in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the consolidation group or the ledgers.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required ledgers or consolidation groups.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the consolidation group or ledger, the system may be referencing the wrong version.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the totals consolidation group is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set up properly.
  Review Mapping: Check the mapping between the consolidation group and the ledgers. Ensure that the correct ledgers are assigned to the consolidation group.
  Data Validation: Validate the master data related to the consolidation group and ledgers. Ensure that all required data is present and consistent.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the consolidation group and the associated ledgers.
  Version Management: If applicable, check for multiple versions of the consolidation group or ledger and ensure that the correct version is being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBY6 (for defining the consolidation group) or OBY7 (for defining the ledger) to check the configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for financial consolidation to understand the configuration and mapping requirements better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GK618 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.