How To Fix RY122 - You cannot place primary transactions under transaction references

RY122 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 122

• Message text: You cannot place primary transactions under transaction references

What causes this issue?

Primary transaction &V1& is a reference to an external transaction
(GFORM &V2&). You cannot place subordinate primary transactions below
this primary transaction.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY122 - You cannot place primary transactions under transaction references ?

  The SAP error message RY122, which states "You cannot place primary transactions under transaction references," typically occurs in the context of transaction management within SAP, particularly when dealing with financial transactions or document processing.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when a user attempts to assign a primary transaction (such as a direct financial posting) to a transaction reference that is not allowed. In SAP, primary transactions are meant to be standalone entries that directly affect financial statements, while transaction references are often used for grouping or categorizing transactions without direct financial impact.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction type. If you are trying to create a primary transaction, make sure you are not inadvertently trying to assign it to a reference transaction.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings for transaction types in the relevant module (e.g., Financial