How To Fix GL141 - You can only enter a set if the "Limit selection" indicator is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 141

• Message text: You can only enter a set if the "Limit selection" indicator is active

What causes this issue?

You entered a set without setting the "Limit selection" indicator.

System Response

The system does not execute the function.

How to fix this error?

Either remove the set or activate the "Limit selection" indicator.
See also the online documentation for the indicators "Copy all data
without summarization" and "Limit selection".

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL141 - You can only enter a set if the "Limit selection" indicator is active ?

  The SAP error message GL141, which states "You can only enter a set if the 'Limit selection' indicator is active," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting where a set of accounts is being used. This error indicates that the system requires the "Limit selection" indicator to be activated in order to proceed with the transaction or report that involves a set of accounts.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Limit Selection Indicator Not Active: The "Limit selection" indicator is not activated in the configuration or in the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Account Set Usage: You are trying to use a set of accounts in a context where the system expects a single account or a different type of selection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GL141 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Activate the Limit Selection Indicator:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Navigate to the area where the account sets are defined (this could be in the Financial Accounting module).
  Ensure that the "Limit selection" indicator is checked or activated for the account set you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Settings:
  
  Review the transaction or report settings to ensure that it is designed to work with account sets.
  If the transaction does not support account sets, consider using a different transaction or modifying the report to accommodate the use of sets.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are working with. This can provide insights into the requirements for using account sets.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify settings related to account sets and limit selection.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed troubleshooting based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in managing account sets, such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) or OBY6 (Define Account Groups).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to GL141 for additional context or patches that may address known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on financial reporting and account management in SAP to better understand the system's requirements and functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GL141 error and proceed with your financial transactions or reporting in SAP.