How To Fix GK846 - Document type & is not allowed for automatic posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Document type & is not allowed for automatic posting

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.document_type>Document type</> &V1& cannot be used in
automatic consolidation functions. It can only be used for manual
posting.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Deactivate the indicator for manual posting of document type &V1& in
document type maintenance, or use an appropriate document type for
posting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK846 - Document type & is not allowed for automatic posting ?

  The SAP error message GK846 ("Document type & is not allowed for automatic posting") typically occurs when you attempt to post a document using a document type that is not configured for automatic posting in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), depending on the context of the posting.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is not set up for automatic postings in the configuration settings.
  Posting Rules: The system may have specific rules that restrict certain document types from being posted automatically.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post documents of that type automatically.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not support automatic posting for the specified document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Document > Document Types > Define Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is configured for automatic posting. You may need to adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Check if there are any specific posting rules that restrict the use of the document type for automatic postings.
  Ensure that the document type is allowed for the type of transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform automatic postings for the specified document type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Document Type:
  
  If the document type is not allowed for automatic posting, consider using a different document type that is configured for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or others depending on the context.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation for detailed information on document types and their configurations.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.