How To Fix GK848 - The where-applied indicator is invalid for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 848

• Message text: The where-applied indicator is invalid for item &1

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.where-applied_indicator>where-applied indicator</> for
<DS:GLOS.financial_statement_item>FS item</> &V1& of
<DS:GLOS.consolidation_chart_of_accounts>consolidation chart of
accounts</> &V2& used for posting
<DS:GLOS.financial_statement_imbalance>financial statement balancing
adjustments</> is incorrect.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Check the selected item assignments for retained earnings and balancing
adjustments.
In FS Item Maintenance, modify the where-used indicator as follows:
Define the item for retained earnings (on balance sheets) as a balance
sheet item ('A' or 'B').
Define the item for net income (on income statements) as an income
statement item ('C').
Define the item for balancing adjustments as a balance sheet item ('A'
or 'B').

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK848 - The where-applied indicator is invalid for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message GK848, which states "The where-applied indicator is invalid for item &1," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the "where-applied" indicator for a specific item in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Indicator: The where-applied indicator for the item may not be set correctly or is not valid for the current transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to the material master or the specific item category.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the item, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise if the where-applied indicator is not applicable in the context of the transaction being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master data for the item in question. Ensure that the where-applied indicator is set correctly and is valid for the type of transaction you are attempting.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the where-applied indicator in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) for inventory management or material management.
  Correct Data Entries: If there are inconsistencies in the data, correct them. This may involve updating the material master or related records to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the where-applied indicator and its valid values.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help you investigate the material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error GK848, as they may provide specific fixes or patches that address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK848 error and implement a solution to resolve it.