How To Fix GL463 - Original data could be overwritten

GL463 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Original data could be overwritten

What causes this issue?

With the settings you have selected, the original data could be
overwritten.

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?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL463 - Original data could be overwritten ?

  The SAP error message GL463 ("Original data could be overwritten") typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (GL) accounts. This error indicates that there is a potential issue with the data integrity of the financial documents being processed. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Already Posted: The document you are trying to post may have already been posted, and the system is preventing changes that could lead to inconsistencies.
  Change in Document Type: If there is an attempt to change the document type or the account assignment after the document has been posted, this can trigger the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or attempts to modify fields that should remain unchanged can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to make changes to the posted documents can also result in this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify