How To Fix GZ705 - The characteristic ledger cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 705

• Message text: The characteristic ledger cannot be used

What causes this issue?

You have used the characteristic 'ledger' in your report.
This is not allowed, because the ledger is derived, depending on
the version, from the <DS:GLOS.subgroup>subgroup</> and can therefore
not be explicitly specified. Furthermore, the characteristics subgroup,
<DS:GLOS.version>version</> and fiscal year must be included in your
report.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Remove the ledger from the report definition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ705 - The characteristic ledger cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message GZ705, which states "The characteristic ledger cannot be used," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and is related to the use of characteristic ledgers in Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error GZ705
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic ledger may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings or incorrect assignment of characteristics.
  
  
  Inactive Characteristic Ledger: The characteristic ledger you are trying to use may not be active or may have been deactivated in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the characteristic ledger.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic ledger, such as missing entries or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of the characteristic ledger, there may be conflicts or issues with the version you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solutions to Error GZ705
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic ledger in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the characteristic ledger is correctly defined and all necessary characteristics are assigned.
  
  
  
  Activate Characteristic Ledger:
  
  If the characteristic ledger is inactive, you will need to activate it. This can usually be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the characteristic ledger.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies related to the characteristic ledger. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to validate the data.
  
  
  
  Version Management:
  
  If applicable, check the versioning of the characteristic ledger and ensure that you are using the correct version.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (for CO-PA) and KEB1 (for characteristic ledger settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GZ705 error and implement a solution to resolve it.