How To Fix TF021 - Define field group & first in table T055G

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TF - Financial Accounting Tables

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Define field group & first in table T055G

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TF021 - Define field group & first in table T055G ?

  The SAP error message TF021, which states "Define field group & first in table T055G," typically occurs when there is a missing configuration related to field groups in the financial accounting module. This error is often encountered during the configuration of financial statement versions or when trying to display or process financial data.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined field group in the T055G table, which is used to manage field groups for financial statement versions. The field group is essential for categorizing and organizing financial data in reports.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TF021 error, you need to define the required field group in the T055G table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP GUI: Log in to your SAP system.
  
  
  Navigate to the Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB58 (or use the menu path: Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Master Data -> G/L