How To Fix 06436 - In case of account assignment, please enter acc. assignment data for item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 436

• Message text: In case of account assignment, please enter acc. assignment data for item

What causes this issue?

An account assignment category has been specified for an item, but no
account assignment data has been entered.

System Response

You cannot save the purchase order.

How to fix this error?

Enter the account assignment data for the item.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06436 - In case of account assignment, please enter acc. assignment data for item ?

  The SAP error message 06436, which states "In case of account assignment, please enter account assignment data for item," typically occurs when you are trying to post a document (like a purchase order, invoice, or journal entry) that requires account assignment data, but that data has not been provided for one or more line items.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Account Assignment Data: The line item in the document requires account assignment data (such as cost center, internal order, or project code), but this information has not been entered.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may require account assignment data, but the necessary fields are not filled out.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may require account assignment data for certain transactions, and if the data is not provided, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Line Item Details:
  
  Go to the line item that is causing the error and ensure that all required account assignment fields are filled out. This may include:
  
  Cost Center
  Internal Order
  WBS Element (for project-related transactions)
  Profit Center
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform. Some document types may have specific requirements for account assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you believe that the account assignment data should not be required for the transaction you are trying to post, consult with your SAP configuration team. They can check the settings in the system to see if the requirement for account assignment can be modified.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction Code:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for the type of document you are trying to create or post. Some transaction codes may have different requirements for account assignment.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  If you are new to the SAP system or the specific module you are working in, consider reviewing training materials or documentation that explain how to enter account assignment data correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to error message 06436. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions and workarounds for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, FB60 for vendor invoices) and their specific requirements regarding account assignment.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter account assignment data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 06436 and successfully complete your transaction in SAP.