How To Fix 06409 - Multiple account assignment cancelled

06409 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Multiple account assignment cancelled

What causes this issue?

Although provision has been made for
<DS:GLOS.3526C07CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>multiple account assignment
</>, you have only entered one account assignment item.

System Response

The system has cancelled the distribution indicator or the partial
invoice indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06409 - Multiple account assignment cancelled ?

  The SAP error message "06409 Multiple account assignment cancelled" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account assignments in documents such as invoices, purchase orders, or journal entries. This error indicates that the system has detected an issue with the account assignment that prevents the transaction from being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Account Assignments: The error often arises when a transaction attempts to assign multiple accounts to a single line item, which is not allowed in certain contexts.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being entered, such as incorrect account numbers or missing mandatory fields.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for multiple account assignments for the specific transaction type being processed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on how account assignments can be made.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Account Assignments: Check the account assignments in the document. Ensure that you are not trying to assign multiple