How To Fix GK899 - Cannot post to item &1 (is either a totals item or a text item)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 899

• Message text: Cannot post to item &1 (is either a totals item or a text item)

What causes this issue?

You are trying to post to a
<DS:GLOS.3526B792AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>financial statement item
</> that is defined as a
<DS:GLOS.3526B79BAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>totals item</> or a text
item.

System Response

Totals items and text items cannot be entered or posted to.

How to fix this error?

Either choose a <DS:GLOS.3528ED88E8AA5570E10000009B38F983>value item</>
or check the definition of FS item &V1& in the consolidation chart of
accounts.

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 GK899 - Cannot post to item &1 (is either a totals item or a text item) ?

  The SAP error message GK899 indicates that there is an issue with posting to a specific item in a financial document. The message states that the item in question is either a totals item or a text item, which means that it cannot be posted to in the way that you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  
  Totals Item: The item you are trying to post to is a totals item, which is used to summarize amounts in a financial document. Totals items do not have a specific account associated with them and are not meant for direct postings.
  
  
  Text Item: The item is a text item, which is used to provide additional information or descriptions in a financial document. Like totals items, text items do not have a financial impact and cannot be posted to.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Item Type: Review the document you are trying to post to and identify the item that is causing the error. Ensure that you are not attempting to post to a totals or text item.
  
  
  Adjust the Posting: If you need to post a financial transaction, ensure that you are posting to a valid line item that is not a totals or text item. You may need to create a new line item with the appropriate account and amount.
  
  
  Review Document Structure: If you are working with a template or a recurring document, ensure that the structure of the document is correct and that it does not include any totals or text items where postings are expected.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the item types or how to structure your postings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check the transaction codes related to the document you are working with (e.g., FB01 for general postings, FB50 for general ledger postings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post to the specific accounts or items in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.