How To Fix GLPL773 - Document type is not allowed for planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Document type is not allowed for planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL773 - Document type is not allowed for planning ?

  The SAP error message GLPL773 ("Document type is not allowed for planning") typically occurs in the context of financial planning and controlling (FICO) when you attempt to use a document type that is not configured for planning purposes. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a document or when executing a planning transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are trying to use is not set up in the system to allow planning activities. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not be compatible with the document type.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified document type for planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 for FI or OKEQ for CO).
  Ensure that the document type you are trying to use is allowed for planning. You may need to modify the settings to include the document type for planning purposes.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version:
  
  Check if the planning version you are using is correctly set up to allow the document type in question. You can do this in the planning configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities with the specified document type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the document type and its allowed uses in planning.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document type configuration) and OKEQ (for controlling area settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GLPL773 error and implement a solution to resolve it.