Message type: E = Error
Message class: 3G - Payroll: International
Message number: 162
Message text: Entering an expenditure type for this symbolic account is not allowed
Account assignment type &V2& is stored in the symbolic account &V1&. No
account assignment information is provided for this account assignment
type in the posting. Therefore, entering an expenditure type is not
permitted in this case.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Delete the expenditure type for this entry or assign a symbolic account
that can be posted to using account assignment information .
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
The SAP error message 3G162 ("Entering an expenditure type for this symbolic account is not allowed") typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with symbolic accounts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has detected an attempt to enter an expenditure type (like a cost element) for a symbolic account where it is not permitted.
Cause: Symbolic Account Configuration: The symbolic account you are trying to use is configured in such a way that it does not allow the entry of expenditure types. Symbolic accounts are often used for internal accounting purposes and may not be intended for direct expense postings. Posting Rules: The posting rules defined in the system for the specific symbolic account may restrict the use of expenditure types. Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the symbolic account in question.
Solution: Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the symbolic account
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