How To Fix R-346 - Extended gen. trans. with category <> 9 must not have a ref. to TR class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R- -

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Extended gen. trans. with category <> 9 must not have a ref. to TR class

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R-346 - Extended gen. trans. with category <> 9 must not have a ref. to TR class ?

  The SAP error message R-346 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an extended general transaction. Specifically, it states that an extended general transaction with a certain category (in this case, category 9) must not reference a transaction class (TR class). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or when dealing with extended general ledger functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Category Misconfiguration: The transaction category is set to 9, which is typically reserved for specific types of transactions that do not allow references to transaction classes.
  Incorrect Settings in Customization: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the extended general transaction may not align with the expected parameters for category 9.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where a reference to a transaction class was inadvertently included.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the extended general transaction in the SAP system. Ensure that the transaction category is correctly set and does not reference a transaction class if it is set to category 9.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and verify the settings for extended general transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Category: If the transaction needs to reference a transaction class, consider changing the transaction category to one that allows such references. This may involve consulting with your finance or controlling team to ensure that the change aligns with business processes.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, review the transaction data being processed and remove any references to transaction classes where they are not allowed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on transaction categories and their allowed configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as OBY6 (for defining transaction types) or OBA7 (for defining document types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R-346 error and implement a solution to resolve it.