How To Fix 1E284 - Reference acct is internal acct - create as internal reference acct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Reference acct is internal acct - create as internal reference acct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E284 - Reference acct is internal acct - create as internal reference acct ?

  The SAP error message 1E284 indicates that there is an issue with the account type being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that the reference account is an internal account and suggests that it should be created as an internal reference account.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use an account that is designated as an internal account in a context where a different type of account is expected.
  The system is configured to require that certain accounts be classified as internal reference accounts for specific transactions or processes.
  The account you are trying to reference does not meet the criteria set in the configuration for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Type:
  
  Verify the account type of the reference account you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the account master data in SAP (Transaction Code: FS00).
  Ensure that the account is set up correctly as an internal reference account if that is what is required for your transaction.
  
  
  
  Create Internal Reference Account:
  
  If the account does not exist as an internal reference account, you may need to create it. You can do this by:
  
  Going to Transaction Code: FS00.
  Entering the appropriate account number and selecting the account type as "Internal Reference Account."
  Fill in the necessary details and save the account.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the account types and their usage are correctly defined. This may involve consulting with your SAP FI configuration team or reviewing the relevant configuration documentation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on internal reference accounts and their usage in your specific context.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: FS00 (Create/Change G/L Account), OBY6 (Define Account Types).
  Account Types: Understand the different account types in SAP (e.g., G/L accounts, customer accounts, vendor accounts) and their specific roles in financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1E284 and ensure that your accounts are set up correctly for the transactions you are processing.