How To Fix UCUS0009 - Task &3: Document type &1 has inappropriate posting level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCUS0 - Messages for Tasks, ...

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Task &3: Document type &1 has inappropriate posting level &2

What causes this issue?

You have assigned <DS:GLOS.92FA4F84C681D511B1250008C784EFB1>document
type</> &V1& to <DS:GLOS.3526B7B2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>task</> &V3&.
However, this document type uses
<DS:GLOS.3526B7B0AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>posting level</> &V2& and
therefore <ZH>cannot</> be used for processing consolidation group
changes.
Only document types with the following posting levels can be used for
changes to consolidation groups:
02 - <ZK>Acquisition / divestiture / method change with reported
financial data</>
12 - <ZK>Acquisition / divestiture / method change with standardizing
entries</>
22 - <ZK>Acquisition / divestiture / method change with interunit
eliminations</>

32 - <ZK>Acquisition / divestiture / method change with cons.
group-dependent entries</>

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Assign other document types to task &V3&.

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 UCUS0009 - Task &3: Document type &1 has inappropriate posting level &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCUS0009 indicates that there is an issue with the document type and its associated posting level in the context of a task. This error typically arises during the posting of documents in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error message "Document type &1 has inappropriate posting level &2" suggests that the document type specified (represented by &1) is not compatible with the posting level (represented by &2) that is being used in the transaction. The posting level determines how the system processes the document in relation to the general ledger and other accounting components. 
  Common causes for this error include:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to a mismatch with the expected posting level.
  Posting Level Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the posting levels they can use, and the current transaction may be attempting to use an inappropriate level.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may inadvertently lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCUS0009 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBA7).
  Verify that the document type in question is set up correctly and that it is assigned the appropriate posting level.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Levels:
  
  Check the posting levels associated with the document type. Ensure that the posting level being used in the transaction is valid for that document type.
  You can find the posting level settings in the configuration for financial accounting (Transaction code: OBY6).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to document types and posting levels to understand the expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Document Types:
  
  If possible, try using a different document type that is known to work with the desired posting level to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (Document Types) and OBY6 (Posting Levels).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the UCUS0009 error in your SAP system.