How To Fix >4113 - G/L account &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 113

• Message text: G/L account &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4113 - G/L account &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "4113 G/L account &1 does not exist" indicates that the General Ledger (G/L) account specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during posting transactions, creating financial documents, or running reports.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect G/L Account Number: The G/L account number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Account Not Created: The G/L account has not been created in the system.
  Account Deactivated: The G/L account may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Company Code Issues: The G/L account may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Chart of Accounts: The G/L account may not be part of the chart of accounts assigned to the company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify G/L Account Number: Check the G/L account number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct account number.
  Create the G/L Account: If the account does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create G/L accounts.
  
  
  Check Account Status: If the account exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or check with your finance team regarding its status.
  Company Code Assignment: Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the G/L account master data.
  Review Chart of Accounts: Make sure that the G/L account is part of the chart of accounts assigned to your company code. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the account's status or need to create a new account, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  FS03: Display G/L Account Master Record
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing G/L accounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the G/L account is correctly set up in the system.