How To Fix GK856 - Document type &1 may not merely post in group currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Document type &1 may not merely post in group currency

What causes this issue?

This document type supports translation into
<DS:GLOS.group_currency>group currency</>, but posting in group
currency only.
During <DS:GLOS.currency_translation>currency translation</> the system
will overwrite the values in group currency because it cannot find
entries in transaction or local currency.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Flag the indicator for posting in transaction and local currency as
well as in group currency.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK856 - Document type &1 may not merely post in group currency ?

  The SAP error message GK856 indicates that there is an issue with posting a document in group currency when the document type specified does not allow for such postings. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with group currency settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message GK856 occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are trying to use may not be configured to allow postings in group currency. Each document type in SAP can have specific settings that determine how it behaves with respect to currency postings.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the company code or controlling area may not permit postings in group currency for the specified document type.
  Currency Type: The document may be trying to post in a currency that is not recognized as a valid currency for that document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GK856 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the configuration for Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Check the settings for the specific document type you are using. Ensure that it is configured to allow postings in group currency.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for the company code to ensure that it allows postings in group currency. This can be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency type being used in the document is valid for the document type. You may need to adjust the currency settings in the document or use a different document type that supports group currency postings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings or how to change them, it may be helpful to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document type configuration) or OBY6 (for company code settings) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and controlling to understand the implications of document types and currency settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK856 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.