How To Fix GLT1206 - Processing category &1 does not allow base items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLT1 - Split processor: Maintain control tables

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Processing category &1 does not allow base items

What causes this issue?

The selected <DS:DE.LINETYPE_S>item category to be processed</> has the
<DS:DE.SPLITTYPE>processing category</> &V1&. <DS:DE.LINETYPE_B>Base
items</> are however only allowed with processing category 1.

System Response

The navigation in the base items is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLT1206 - Processing category &1 does not allow base items ?

  The SAP error message GLT1206, which states "Processing category &1 does not allow base items," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (GL) accounting. This error indicates that the processing category you are trying to use does not permit the inclusion of base items, which are usually the underlying transactions or documents that make up a financial entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Processing Category: The processing category you are using may not be configured to allow base items. Each processing category in SAP has specific rules regarding what types of items can be processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not be set up correctly to allow base items for the selected processing category.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may inherently restrict the use of base items based on business rules or system settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Processing Category: Review the processing category you are