How To Fix GK891 - In ledger &2, document type &1 does not post currency nor quantities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 891

• Message text: In ledger &2, document type &1 does not post currency nor quantities

What causes this issue?

In document type &V1& is defined to post in one or more currencies or
in quantities. However, the ledger settings restrict this preselection.
Because of this, with ledger &V2& the document type &V1& does not post
in any currency or quantities.

System Response

Termination

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the
<DS:GLOS.352A9686D3895CD5E10000009B38F974>document type</> and the
<DS:GLOS.ledger>ledger</> in Customizing for Consolidation.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK891 - In ledger &2, document type &1 does not post currency nor quantities ?

  The SAP error message GK891 indicates that there is an issue with a document type in a specific ledger that does not allow posting of currency or quantities. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling when trying to post a document that is not configured correctly for the specified ledger.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message may not be configured to allow postings in the specified ledger. This can happen if the document type is set up to only allow certain types of postings or if it is restricted to specific currencies or quantity types.
  
  
  Ledger Settings: The ledger itself may have settings that restrict certain document types from posting. This could be due to the ledger being set up for a specific purpose (e.g., only for internal reporting) that does not require currency or quantity postings.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules that prevents the document type from being used in the specified ledger.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in transaction code OBY6 (for FI) or OKB9 (for CO).
  Ensure that the document type is allowed for the ledger you are trying to post to and that it is configured to allow currency and quantity postings.
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the ledger in transaction code OB22 (for FI) or OKB2 (for CO).
  Ensure that the ledger is set up to accept postings from the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or if changes are needed, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant. They can help you review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved and that the document can be posted successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OKB9, OB22, and OKB2 for checking and modifying document type and ledger settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error message GK891.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on document types and ledgers to understand their configurations and restrictions better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.