How To Fix GZ813 - Classification key EK not defined for shareholder equity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Classification key EK not defined for shareholder equity

What causes this issue?

The assignment classsification key EK used in version &V1& for the
stockholders' equity totals item is missing.
This setting is needed for disclosing the notes on the total
stockholders' equity of the internal trading partners in the ownership
list.

System Response

Termination

How to fix this error?

Define this classification key in the Implementation Guide in the
chapter concerning selected items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ813 - Classification key EK not defined for shareholder equity ?

  The SAP error message GZ813 indicates that there is an issue with the classification key for shareholder equity in the system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a defined classification key for the specified equity type in the configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The classification key EK for shareholder equity has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings related to shareholder equity classification may be incorrectly configured or missing.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the classification key is incorrectly specified in the transaction or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GZ813 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Define Account Groups.
  Ensure that the classification key EK is defined for the relevant account group.
  
  
  
  Define Classification Key:
  
  If the classification key EK is not defined, you will need to create it.
  Go to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Define Classification Keys.
  Create a new classification key for shareholder equity if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Review Related Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the G/L accounts related to shareholder equity to ensure they are correctly assigned to the appropriate classification key.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring classification keys and handling equity accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining account groups) or OBD2 (for defining classification keys) to access the relevant configuration screens.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to further investigate the problem.