How To Fix GU072 - Client &: for ledger &, table & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Client &: for ledger &, table & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU072 - Client &: for ledger &, table & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GU072 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the ledger in the system. This error occurs when the system is unable to find the specified ledger in the specified client or when the ledger is not properly defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ledger Configuration: The specified ledger has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Client: The ledger may exist in a different client than the one you are currently logged into.
  Table Issues: The underlying table that stores ledger information may not exist or may be incorrectly referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the ledger or the related tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (for New General Ledger) or OBY6 (for Classic GL) to check if the ledger is defined.
  Ensure that the ledger you are trying to access is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Client:
  
  Make