How To Fix SAFM_EOPO062 - Cannot post this document using special G/L indicator &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFM_EOPO - Expenditure Order and Payment Order

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Cannot post this document using special G/L indicator &1

What causes this issue?

The specified G/L indicator has not been configured for the selected
document type and document source. You can post documents using only the
G/L indicator configured for a document type and document source.

System Response

The document is not posted.

How to fix this error?

Verify the special G/L indicator configured for the document type and
document source using the customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.SAFM_APV_EXPO_TY>Define Expenditure Order Document Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFM_EOPO062 - Cannot post this document using special G/L indicator &1 ?

  The SAP error message SAFM_EOPO062 indicates that there is an issue with posting a document that uses a special G/L indicator. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions where special G/L transactions are involved, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special accounting entries.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Special G/L Indicator: The special G/L indicator used in the document may not be configured correctly or may not be allowed for the type of transaction being processed.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The special G/L indicator may not be properly set up in the system. This includes missing settings in the configuration for the special G/L transactions.
  
  
  Posting Restrictions: There may be restrictions on posting certain types of documents with the specified special G/L indicator, such as company code settings or document type restrictions.
  
  
  Account Determination Issues: The account determination for the special G/L indicator may not be correctly defined, leading to issues when trying to post.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for special G/L indicators in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Business Transactions > Special G/L Transactions > Define Special G/L Indicators.
  Ensure that the special G/L indicator you are using is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings to ensure that the special G/L indicator is allowed for the document type you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Account Determination:
  
  Verify the account determination settings for the special G/L indicator. Ensure that the necessary accounts are defined and that they are active.
  
  
  
  Check for Posting Restrictions:
  
  Review any company code-specific settings that may restrict the posting of documents with the specified special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific special G/L indicator and its usage.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry), FB60 (Vendor Invoice), and FB70 (Customer Invoice) to test postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific special G/L indicator or the error message for additional insights or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post documents with special G/L indicators.
  
  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 within SAP.