How To Fix UCUS0080 - Task &2: Assigned document type &1 must post on posting level &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Task &2: Assigned document type &1 must post on posting level &3

What causes this issue?

Due to its posting level &V3&, document type &V1& for the adjustment of
deferred taxes cannot be assigned to period initialization task &V2&.

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?

Assign a document type with an appropriate posting level to period
initialization task &V2&:
A period initialization task for adjustment and standardizing entries
requires a document type for the adjustment of deferred taxes which
posts on posting level 10.
A period initialization task for other posting levels requires a
document type for the adjustment of deferred taxes which posts on
posting level 30.
You cannot assign a document type for the adjustment of deferred taxes
to a period initialization task for all posting levels (no tax
adjustment).
A period initialization task for two-sided elimination (tax adjustment
only) requires a document type for the adjustment of deferred taxes
which posts on posting level 20.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCUS0080 - Task &2: Assigned document type &1 must post on posting level &3 ?

  The SAP error message UCUS0080 indicates that there is a mismatch between the document type and the posting level in the context of a specific task. This error typically arises during the posting of financial documents in SAP, particularly in the context of the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) or when dealing with document types in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error message UCUS0080 occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type assigned to the transaction is not configured to post at the specified posting level. Each document type in SAP can be configured to allow postings at certain levels (e.g., document level, line item level).
  Posting Level Mismatch: The posting level defined in the configuration does not match the level that the document type is trying to use. This can happen if there have been changes in the configuration or if the document type is being used incorrectly.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being executed may not be compatible with the document type and posting level combination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCUS0080 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify that the document type assigned to the task is correctly configured for the intended posting level.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Levels:
  
  Check the posting levels defined for the document type in the configuration. Ensure that the document type is allowed to post at the specified level.
  You can find the posting level settings in the configuration for Financial Accounting (FI) under the relevant document type settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the transaction type is not compatible with the document type, consider using a different document type that matches the required posting level.
  Review the transaction being executed to ensure it aligns with the expected document type and posting level.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on document types and posting levels to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (Document Type Configuration) and OBA5 (Document Type for Posting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to post with the specified document type.
  
  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 to further investigate the configuration and settings.