How To Fix 1I012 - Enter three different accounts for transfer postings account &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter three different accounts for transfer postings account &2

What causes this issue?

Three different accounts must be entered for transfer posting group
&V2& to general ledger variant &V1&. Either there are accounts missing
or one account was entered more than once.

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 1I012 - Enter three different accounts for transfer postings account &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1I012 ("Enter three different accounts for transfer postings account &2") typically occurs during the process of making transfer postings in SAP, particularly when dealing with inventory management or financial accounting. This error indicates that the system requires three distinct accounts to be specified for the transfer posting, but the accounts provided do not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The transfer posting configuration requires three different accounts (e.g., a debit account, a credit account, and a third account for a specific purpose).
  The accounts entered are either the same or do not meet the criteria set in the configuration for the transfer posting process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Accounts: Ensure that you are entering three different accounts as required by the system. Review the accounts you are using and confirm that they are distinct.
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure about which accounts to use, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to transfer postings. This may involve looking at the relevant configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Material Management (MM) modules.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the specific transfer posting process you are working with. This can provide insights into the required accounts.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management (e.g., MB1B for transfer postings) or financial transactions.
  Account Types: Understand the types of accounts involved in the transfer posting process (e.g., asset accounts, expense accounts, etc.) to ensure you are selecting the correct ones.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context on how to handle transfer postings.
  
  By ensuring that you are using three distinct accounts and reviewing the configuration settings, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the transfer posting.