How To Fix 1G189 - Account &2 (&1) was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Account &2 (&1) was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G189 - Account &2 (&1) was not found ?

  The SAP error message 1G189 indicates that a specific account (identified by the account number and account type) could not be found in the system. This error typically occurs in financial transactions or when trying to access account-related data.
  Cause:
  
  Account Not Created: The account you are trying to access may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number or type you are entering may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Account Deactivation: The account may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the chart of accounts or the account group.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Account Creation: Check if the account has been created in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FS00 for G/L accounts) and searching for the account.
  Check Account Number: Ensure that the account number and type are entered correctly. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Review Account Status: If the account exists, check its status to see if it is active. If it has been deactivated, you may need to reactivate it.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration of the chart of accounts and account groups.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on account management and configuration.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's support portal for further assistance.