How To Fix 1F605 - Account &1 / &2 has reference acct for balancing; use not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1F - BKK: Beziehungen

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Account &1 / &2 has reference acct for balancing; use not possible

What causes this issue?

Account &v1& / &v2& has a reference account for balancing and for this
reason cannot be used as subordinate account for interest compensation.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1F605 - Account &1 / &2 has reference acct for balancing; use not possible ?

  The SAP error message 1F605 indicates that there is an issue with the account specified in the message, which has a reference account for balancing. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system is trying to post to an account that is not allowed due to its configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message 1F605 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction to an account that is set up as a reference account for balancing.
  The account is configured in such a way that it cannot be used for direct postings, often due to its role in the financial structure (e.g., it may be a reconciliation account or a special purpose account).
  The account may be part of a group of accounts that require specific handling or balancing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account master data in SAP (transaction code FS00).
  Verify the settings of the account in question (e.g., account type, reconciliation account settings).
  Ensure that the account is not set as a reference account for balancing if it needs to be used for postings.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Account:
  
  If the account is indeed a reference account and cannot be changed, consider using a different account for your transaction that is allowed for direct postings.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Logic:
  
  Check the logic of your posting. Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is appropriate for the account type you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the account's purpose or configuration, consult with your finance team or SAP FI consultant to understand the implications of changing the account settings.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the account settings. Some accounts may only allow certain types of transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data
  FB50: Enter G/L Account Document
  FB01: Post Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on account types and their configurations to better understand how to manage accounts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.