How To Fix ICC-FI128 - Special general ledger indicator &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC-FI - Dunning (Sweden)

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Special general ledger indicator &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC-FI128 - Special general ledger indicator &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ICC-FI128 indicates that a special general ledger indicator specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to post a transaction that references a special G/L indicator that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Indicator: The special G/L indicator specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The indicator may exist but is not properly configured or activated.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the special G/L indicator when entering it in the transaction.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the special G/L indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Indicator Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBXR (or OBY6) to check the list of special G/L indicators.
  Verify if the indicator you are trying to use is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Indicator:
  
  If the indicator does not exist, you can create it using the same transaction (OBXR).
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify its settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the special G/L indicator is entered correctly in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to special G/L indicators for additional context and configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special G/L Indicators: These are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special postings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like OBXR (for maintaining special G/L indicators) and FB50 (for general ledger postings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to special G/L indicators.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC-FI128 error and successfully process your transactions.