How to use GLPA - Offsetting account determination

GLPA - Overview

• Transaction Code: GLPA

  Description: Offsetting account determination

  Release: ECC 6 only

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GLPA - Details

• SAP Tcode: GLPA - Offsetting account determination

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code GLPA is used to determine the offsetting account for a given document. This is done by assigning a G/L account to the document, which will be used to offset any postings made to the document. This ensures that all postings are balanced and that the document is in balance. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The GLPA transaction code allows users to assign a G/L account to a document, which will be used to offset any postings made to the document. This ensures that all postings are balanced and that the document is in balance. The G/L account assigned can be either a general ledger account or a special ledger account. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the transaction code GLPA in the command field of the SAP Easy Access screen. 
  2. Enter the document number in the Document field. 
  3. Enter the G/L account number in the Offsetting Account field. 
  4. Click on Save to save the changes. 
  5. Click on Execute to execute the transaction code and assign the G/L account to the document. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to ensure that all postings are balanced and that the document is in balance before executing this transaction code. Additionally, it is recommended that users familiarize themselves with SAP’s documentation on this transaction code before using it, as it can be complex and require some