How To Fix GLE_MCA551 - For position type &1 not all position accounts are equal

GLE_MCA551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 551

• Message text: For position type &1 not all position accounts are equal

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GLE_MCA551 - Details

• The SAP error message GLE_MCA551 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the position accounts for a specific position type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with position management or account assignments.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that not all position accounts associated with a specific position type are equal. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Inconsistent Account Assignments: Different accounts may have been assigned to the same position type, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the position type may not be set up correctly, causing the system to expect uniformity in account assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation or modification of position types or accounts can lead to this issue.
  Changes in Account Structure: If there have been recent changes to the account structure or position types, it may lead