How To Fix 3P128 - Enter Account number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3P -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Enter Account number

What causes this issue?

No account number has been specified.

System Response

If the report is not required at Company Level, then the account number
of the company(s) for which to generate the report, is required.

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?

Enter the account number of the companies.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3P128 - Enter Account number ?

  The SAP error message 3P128, which states "Enter Account number," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction that requires an account number, but the account number field is left blank or is not filled in correctly. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, creating vendor or customer master records, or processing payments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered an account number in the required field.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: The field for the account number may not be correctly mapped in the transaction or program being used.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the account number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require an account number for certain transactions, and these settings may not be properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Account Number: Ensure that you enter a valid account number in the required field. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Field Requirements: Review the transaction or program documentation to confirm that the account number is indeed required and that you are entering it in the correct format.
  User Permissions: If you suspect that the issue may be related to user permissions, contact your SAP administrator to verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the account number.
  Configuration Review: If the problem persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with an SAP functional consultant or system administrator to ensure that the account number requirements are correctly set up.
  Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that you are following the correct steps and that all mandatory fields are filled out.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) to understand the requirements for account numbers in various transactions.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the error persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your IT support team or SAP support for further investigation.