How To Fix 1G269 - &1 &2: Account does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 269

• Message text: &1 &2: Account does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system could not find the account transferred. This could be due to
the fact that the external account number was not transferred with
leading zeros.

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?

Check to see if you transferred the external account number with
leading zeros.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G269 - &1 &2: Account does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 1G269 indicates that the account specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during financial transactions, such as posting journal entries, creating invoices, or executing financial reports.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Account Not Created: The account may not have been created in the system yet.
  Account Deactivation: The account might have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Company Code: The account may exist, but it is not valid for the company code being used in the transaction.
  Chart of Accounts Issues: The account may not be part of the chart of accounts assigned to the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Account Number: Double-check the account number entered in the transaction for any typos or errors.
  Check Account Existence: Use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to verify if the account exists in the system.
  Create Account: If the account does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., FS00) and ensure it is set up correctly for the relevant company code and chart of accounts.
  Check Account Status: Ensure that the account is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the G/L account master data.
  Review Company Code: Ensure that the account is valid for the company code you are working with. You can check the account's assignment to the company code in the G/L account master record.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the account's status or need to create a new account, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing G/L accounts and troubleshooting common errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create G/L accounts in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.