How To Fix GLPL018 - Structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT not found or empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLPL - Message class planning FI-SL/GL

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT not found or empty

What causes this issue?

Structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT was not found.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL018 - Structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT not found or empty ?

  The SAP error message GLPL018: Structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT not found or empty typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (GL) or Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) modules when the system is unable to find or access the specified structure. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Structure Definition: The structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT may not be defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incomplete implementation.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the structure.
  Data Issues: The structure may exist but could be empty due to data not being populated correctly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the Profitability Analysis or General Ledger.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the structure GPP_GROUP_STRUCT exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the structure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the structure is not available.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the structure. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Data Population:
  
  If the structure exists but is empty, check the relevant data sources to ensure that data is being populated correctly. This may involve reviewing the configuration settings in the Profitability Analysis or General Ledger.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the Profitability Analysis and General Ledger. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.