How To Fix GLPL309 - You must enter an explicit value for the record type

GLPL309 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 309

• Message text: You must enter an explicit value for the record type

What causes this issue?

You have entered a variable for the record type. This is not allowed.
Enter an explicit value for the record type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL309 - You must enter an explicit value for the record type ?

  The SAP error message GLPL309, which states "You must enter an explicit value for the record type," typically occurs in the context of General Ledger (GL) postings or when dealing with financial documents in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specific record type to be defined for the transaction you are trying to process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Record Type: The most common cause of this error is that the record type field is either blank or not properly filled in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a record type to be specified for certain types of transactions, and these settings may not be correctly defined.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required record type in the relevant field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered a valid record type in the relevant field of