How To Fix GU168 - Data cannot be posted to the combination ledger & global company &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Data cannot be posted to the combination ledger & global company &

What causes this issue?

When trying to update data for ledger &v1& and global company &v2&, it
was found that data cannnot be posted to this combination.

System Response

The data is not updated in the central system.

How to fix this error?

Check the ledger - global company assignment in configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU168 - Data cannot be posted to the combination ledger & global company & ?

  The SAP error message GU168 indicates that data cannot be posted to a specific combination of ledger and global company. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with multiple ledgers or when the configuration of the ledgers is not set up correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to post to may not be properly configured for the global company in question.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the ledger you are trying to use.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified ledger or company code.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent posting, such as missing master data or incorrect account assignments.
  Global Company Settings: The global company settings may not allow postings to the specified combination of ledger and company.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Ledger Configuration: Verify that the ledger is correctly configured for the global company. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Open Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting period is open for the ledger you are trying to post to. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to post to the ledger and company code.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (such as accounts, cost centers, etc.) is correctly set up and available for the posting.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the global company and ensure that they allow postings to the specified ledger.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), OKEQ (for ledger settings), and SU01 (for user authorizations) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Financial Accounting and the specific ledgers you are working with for more detailed configuration steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.