How To Fix 1G258 - &2 (&1): Reference account could not be determined

1G258 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 258

• Message text: &2 (&1): Reference account could not be determined

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1G258 - Details

• The SAP error message 1G258 &2 (&1): Reference account could not be determined typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account determination in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference account for a specific transaction or posting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The reference account may not be configured in the system for the specific transaction type or account determination procedure.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment in the transaction may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the inability to determine the reference account.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrect settings in the relevant financial master records (e.g., G/L accounts, cost centers).
  Transaction Type Not Defined: The transaction type being used may not have a corresponding reference account defined in the configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for account determination (Transaction code: OBYC).
  Ensure that