How To Fix VHURL184 - Posting type for manual posting not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Posting type for manual posting not allowed

What causes this issue?

This posting type is set as 'not permitted' for manual posting in
Customizing.

System Response

The manual posting was not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check the posting type in <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMPORLPT>Customizing</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL184 - Posting type for manual posting not allowed ?

  The SAP error message VHURL184 indicates that the posting type for manual posting is not allowed in the context of the transaction you are trying to execute. This error typically arises in the context of handling financial documents, such as when trying to post a manual journal entry or similar transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The posting type you are trying to use may not be configured to allow manual postings in the system. This could be due to settings in the financial accounting module (FI) or controlling module (CO).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on manual postings. For example, some document types may only allow automatic postings.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform manual postings for the specified posting type.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any manual postings from being made.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the posting type in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Ensure that the posting type is set up to allow manual postings.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type:
  
  Check the document type you are using for the posting. Ensure that it is configured to allow manual postings. You can do this by checking the document type settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform manual postings. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to see if the period is closed for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may have additional insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB50: Enter G/L Account Document
  FB01: Post Document
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.