How To Fix 1I199 - GL account assignment missing for GL variant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 199

• Message text: GL account assignment missing for GL variant &2

What causes this issue?

The GL account assignment for GL variant &V2& and GL group &V3& is
missing or not complete in bank area &V1&.

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?

Define the GL account assignment for current accounts for general ledger
variant &V2& (
<DS:SIMG.SIMG-BA-V_TBKKCASS>Define GL Account Assignment: Current
Accounts</> ) and for items in postprocessing (
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_BA-V_TBKKCAS2>Define GL Account Assignment/Items in
Postprocessing</> ).
This is only possible if a receivable account and a payable account for
the clearing account have been maintained in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_BA-V_TBKKCCLR>Transfer Postings Payables/Receivables</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I199 - GL account assignment missing for GL variant &2 ?

  The SAP error message 1I199 indicates that there is a missing General Ledger (GL) account assignment for a specific GL variant. This error typically occurs during the posting of financial documents when the system cannot find the necessary account assignment for the specified GL variant.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The GL account assignment for the specified GL variant has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect GL Variant: The GL variant being used may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the required account assignment.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect account numbers or missing information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the GL account or variant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check GL Account Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the GL account assignment in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the GL account is correctly assigned to the specified GL variant.
  
  
  
  Review GL Variant Settings:
  
  Navigate to the GL variant settings in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBGL).
  Verify that the GL variant is properly configured and that all necessary accounts are included.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the document you are trying to post for any data entry errors.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the correct GL account is being used.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified GL account and variant.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on GL account assignments and variants.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try posting the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBGL (for GL variant configuration) and FB50 (for general ledger posting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 1I199 in your SAP system.