How To Fix GL342 - Field movement & is already used in a different sequence

GL342 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Field movement & is already used in a different sequence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL342 - Field movement & is already used in a different sequence ?

  The SAP error message GL342, which states "Field movement & is already used in a different sequence," typically occurs during the posting of a document in the General Ledger (GL) when there is a conflict in the field movements defined in the account determination or document structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Movement Conflict: This error arises when the same field movement is being used in multiple sequences within the same document. Field movements are used to determine how data is processed and posted in the GL.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the account determination or the document structure in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Customizations: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing conflicts in the field movements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Movements: Review the field movements defined in the configuration. Ensure that each field movement is assigned to a unique sequence and is not duplicated.
  Navigate to SPRO