How To Fix WS645 - Preceding doc. cat. "4" is allowed only with active EA_GLTRADE component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Preceding doc. cat. "4" is allowed only with active EA_GLTRADE component

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS645 - Preceding doc. cat. "4" is allowed only with active EA_GLTRADE component ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS645: Preceding document category "4" is allowed only with active EA_GLTRADE component.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to post or process a document with a preceding document category "4" (which typically relates to trade receivables/payables or special ledger postings in the context of SAP Treasury or Trade Finance), but the system component EA_GLTRADE (which is related to the General Ledger for Trade Finance) is not activated in your SAP system.
  
  The document category "4" is specifically designed to be used only when the EA_GLTRADE component is active.
  If this component is not active, the system does not allow processing such documents and throws this error.
  
  
  Explanation of Terms:
  
  Preceding document category "4": This refers to a specific type of document category used in SAP, often linked to trade finance or special ledger postings.
  EA_GLTRADE: This is a component/module in SAP that supports trade finance functionalities integrated with the General Ledger.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the EA_GLTRADE component:
  
  Check if the EA_GLTRADE component is installed and active in your system.
  If not active, you need to activate it via the SAP Implementation Guide (IMG) or through the relevant SAP Basis/Technical team.
  Activation might involve enabling certain business functions or components via transaction SFW5 (Switch Framework).
  
  
  
  Check Business Functions:
  
  Use transaction SFW5 to check if the business function related to EA_GLTRADE is active.
  If not, activate the relevant business function(s) that enable the EA_GLTRADE component.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Category:
  
  If activating EA_GLTRADE is not an option or not required for your business, avoid using document category "4" in your postings.
  Use an alternative document category that is allowed without EA_GLTRADE.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error.
  Sometimes, SAP provides specific notes or corrections for such component-related errors.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in environments where trade finance or special ledger functionalities are partially implemented or where the system landscape is customized.
  Activating EA_GLTRADE might have implications on other processes, so coordinate with your SAP FI/CO and Basis teams before making changes.
  Always test changes in a development or quality system before moving to production.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS645: Preceding doc. cat. "4" allowed only with active EA_GLTRADE component
  
  
  Cause
  Document category "4" used without EA_GLTRADE component being active
  
  
  Solution
  Activate EA_GLTRADE component via SFW5 or avoid using document category "4"
  
  
  Related Transactions
  SFW5 (Business Function Activation), SPRO (IMG for component activation)
  
  
  Notes
  Check SAP Notes for patches or additional guidance
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with activating the component or identifying the correct business function, please provide your SAP system version and module details for more tailored guidance.