How To Fix GL418 - Enter a valid global company in substitution activity &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Enter a valid global company in substitution activity &

What causes this issue?

Using the substitution activity, you can define the fixed global
company to which you want to roll up the data.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid global company.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL418 - Enter a valid global company in substitution activity & ?

  The SAP error message GL418 "Enter a valid global company in substitution activity" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of substitution rules in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial accounting or controlling.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Global Company: The error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the global company code that has been entered in the substitution activity. This could be due to:
  
  The company code not being defined in the system.
  The company code being inactive or not assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  Typographical errors in the company code entry.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the substitution rules themselves, such as:
  
  Missing or incorrect settings in the substitution configuration.
  The substitution rules not being properly activated.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code:
  
  Verify that the company code you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) and ensuring that the company code exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Substitution Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OB28 to check the substitution rules. Ensure that the global company code is correctly specified in the substitution activity.
  Make sure that the substitution rules are properly activated and that there are no errors in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check for any typographical errors in the company code entry. Ensure that the code is entered exactly as it is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the substitution activity again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB28: Configuration for substitution rules.
  OBY6: Company code settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to substitution rules and company code settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further troubleshooting.