How To Fix 1G286 - &1 &2: Account time periods for account balancing not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 286

• Message text: &1 &2: Account time periods for account balancing not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G286 - &1 &2: Account time periods for account balancing not maintained ?

  The SAP error message 1G286 indicates that the account time periods for account balancing have not been maintained. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for the specified account in the relevant time period.
  Cause:
  The primary causes of this error message include:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account balancing settings for the specified account have not been defined in the system for the relevant fiscal year or period.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account being used may not be correctly assigned to the relevant account type or may not have the necessary settings for balancing.
  Period Locking: The period in which the transaction is being processed may be locked or closed, preventing any changes or postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the account in question. This can typically be done through the transaction code OB52 (for maintaining the posting periods) or FS00 (for account master data).
  Ensure that the account is properly configured for the relevant fiscal year and that the account type is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Account Balancing Settings:
  
  If the account is missing balancing settings, you may need to create or update the account balancing configuration. This can be done in the configuration menu under Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Balancing.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Verify the status of the posting period using transaction code OB52. Ensure that the period is open for posting and that there are no restrictions preventing transactions from being recorded.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining account balancing settings and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial accounting configuration and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 1G286 in your SAP system.