How To Fix GLE_ECS_MAPI043 - Suspense accounting has been suppressed for this document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_MAPI - ECS: Message Class for MAPI Layer

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Suspense accounting has been suppressed for this document

What causes this issue?

The system analyzed the data in the document and detected that suspense
accounting cannot or should not be used.
The cause is a type &V1& cause that relates to line item &V2&. The
situation may be one of the following:
Line item "0": The cause does not relate to a specific line item.
Line item is greater than "0": The system detected the cause when it
analyzed the line item in question, and cancelled processing.
The following causes can result in the system being unable to use
suspense accounting:
<ZH>Type T:</> The document contains a tax data table that is not empty.
<ZH>Type M:</> The system is to calculate tax for the document, or take
tax into account. For this reason, you have set a VAT indicator.
<ZH>Type O:</> The system posts items to an open item account.
<ZH>Type X: </>The system posts to a G/L account of open item management
and document splitting is activated in the general ledger (attribute
XOPVW not empty or attribute XLGCLR not empty).
<ZH>Type D:</> The system posts items to a customer or vendor account.
<ZH>Type B:</> The Business Add-In that is called does not permit
suspense accounting.
<ZH>Type E:</> The check module detected a problem.

System Response

This is generally not an error.
The automatic error correction function has modified the data of the
original document. However, the system does not attempt to use suspense
accounting for values derived in this way.

How to fix this error?

Call the <DS:TRAN.ACC_ECS_MAINTAIN>Edit ECS Items</> transaction and
process the document.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_MAPI043 - Suspense accounting has been suppressed for this document ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_MAPI043 indicates that suspense accounting has been suppressed for a specific document. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and can be related to various configurations or data issues within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to suppress suspense accounting for certain types of documents or transactions. This could be due to specific settings in the financial accounting module.
  Document Type: The document type being processed may not allow for suspense accounting, or it may be configured to bypass it.
  Account Settings: The accounts involved in the transaction may not be set up to allow suspense accounting, or they may be configured incorrectly.
  Missing Data: Required data for processing the document may be missing, leading the system to suppress suspense accounting as a precaution.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for suspense accounting in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant document types and accounts are set up to allow suspense accounting.
  Review Document Type: Verify the document type being used for the transaction. If it is not intended to allow suspense accounting, consider using a different document type.
  Account Configuration: Check the configuration of the accounts involved in the transaction. Ensure they are set up correctly to allow for suspense accounting.
  Complete Missing Data: Ensure that all required data for the document is complete and accurate. This may involve checking for missing fields or incorrect entries.
  Check Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post the transaction in a different period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling suspense accounting and related error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and OBYC (Automatic Postings) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the transaction, as insufficient permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  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.