How To Fix GLT2202 - Balancing field "&1" in line item &2 not filled -> long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLT2 - Split processor: Evaluate control tables

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Balancing field "&1" in line item &2 not filled -> long text

What causes this issue?

An account assignment to cost center &V3& was made for line item &V2&. A
profit center could not be derived for cost center &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Assign a profit center to the cost center &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLT2202 - Balancing field "&1" in line item &2 not filled -> long text ?

  The SAP error message GLT2202 indicates that a balancing field in a line item is not filled, which is a common issue when dealing with financial postings in SAP. This error typically arises in the context of General Ledger (GL) accounting, where certain fields must be populated to ensure that the accounting entries are balanced and complete.
  Cause:
  The error message GLT2202 is triggered when:
  
  A required balancing field (like a cost center, internal order, or profit center) is not filled in the line item.
  The system expects certain fields to be populated based on the configuration of the document type or the account being used.
  There may be a missing configuration in the financial document settings that requires specific fields to be filled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GLT2202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Line Item: Review the line item that is causing the error. Ensure that all required fields, especially the balancing fields, are filled in correctly.
  
  
  Review Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the document type you are using. Ensure that the required fields are set up correctly in the configuration (transaction code: OBA7).
  
  
  Field Status Group: Verify the field status group assigned to the GL account in question. You can do this by checking the account in transaction code FS00. Ensure that the balancing fields are set to "Required" or "Optional" as needed.
  
  
  Posting Key: Ensure that the correct posting key is being used. Different posting keys may have different requirements for mandatory fields.
  
  
  Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code for posting, ensure that it is configured correctly to allow for the necessary fields to be filled.
  
  
  User Exits or BAdIs: If there are any user exits or BAdIs (Business Add-Ins) implemented that might affect the posting logic, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and its implications.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  OBY6: Field Status Group Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GLT2202 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.