How To Fix GL442 - Enter sender field or substitution activity or user exit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Enter sender field or substitution activity or user exit

What causes this issue?

You have entered neither a sender field, nor a substitution activity,
nor a user exit for dimension &v1&. For the field movement, however, you
must make an entry for at least one of these fields.

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?

Please include at least one of these fields in the field movement.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL442 - Enter sender field or substitution activity or user exit ?

  The SAP error message GL442 ("Enter sender field or substitution activity or user exit") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (GL) accounts and the configuration of substitution rules in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires additional information to process the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sender Field: The sender field (such as cost center, internal order, etc.) is not filled in the transaction.
  Substitution Rules: The system is configured to require certain fields to be filled based on substitution rules, but these rules are not being met.
  User Exit: There may be a user exit that is expected to provide additional data, but it is not being triggered or is not functioning as intended.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially sender fields, are filled in the transaction. This may include cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant fields.
  Review Substitution Rules: Go to the transaction code OB28 to review the substitution rules configured in your system. Ensure that the rules are set up correctly and that they are being applied as expected.
  User Exits: If there are custom user exits implemented, check the code to ensure that it is functioning correctly and providing the necessary data. You may need to consult with your ABAP developer if there are issues with the user exit.
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the fields and rules you have set up.
  Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as sometimes missing authorizations can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB28 (for substitution rules) and FS00 (for GL account master data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for GL442 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on substitution and user exits to understand how they work and how to configure them properly.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.