How To Fix GK853 - Caution! Document type & posts in group currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Caution! Document type & posts in group currency

What causes this issue?

You are trying to post to <DS:GLOS.consolidation_unit>consolidation
unit</> &V2& using posting level 01, 02 or 10, although the unit does
NOT accept <DS:GLOS.group_currency>group currency.</>
However, the <DS:GLOS.document_type>document type</> being used (&V1&)
posts in group currency.
This is not an error, but the items will not be posted in
<DS:GLOS.local_currency>local currency</>, even though the
consolidation unit reports its data in local currency. In this case,
reports using local currency will not produce useful figures.

System Response

Note

How to fix this error?

Check the currency assignment in the definition of
<DS:GLOS.document_type>document type</> &V1& or, if applicable, allow
the data entry in group currency for consolidation unit &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK853 - Caution! Document type & posts in group currency ?

  The SAP error message GK853, which states "Caution! Document type & posts in group currency," typically occurs in the context of financial postings in SAP, particularly when dealing with document types that are configured to post in group currency rather than local currency. This can lead to potential discrepancies or issues in financial reporting if not handled correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type being used is set up to post in group currency, which may not align with the expectations of the user or the configuration of the financial reporting.
  Currency Settings: The transaction may involve multiple currencies, and the system is alerting the user that the posting will be made in group currency, which could lead to confusion or errors in financial statements.
  User Awareness: The message serves as a caution to ensure that users are aware of the currency in which the document is being posted, especially if they are