How To Fix >4280 - Account for non-tax-relevant write-off not found; &1 &2 &3 Key:&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Account for non-tax-relevant write-off not found; &1 &2 &3 Key:&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4280 - Account for non-tax-relevant write-off not found; &1 &2 &3 Key:&4 ?

  The SAP error message 4280 indicates that the system is unable to find an account for a non-tax-relevant write-off. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when a write-off is being processed, but the necessary configuration for the account is missing.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account for non-tax-relevant write-offs has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment for the write-off may be incorrect or not properly set up in the relevant configuration settings.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant financial objects (like customers or vendors) may not be correctly maintained.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be linked to the appropriate account for write-offs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation for Creating G/L Accounts.
  Ensure that the account for non-tax-relevant write-offs is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Write-Off Accounts:
  
  If the account does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the G/L account creation screen (Transaction Code: FS00).
  Make sure to assign the correct account type and ensure it is set up for the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Check the transaction type being used for the write-off. Ensure that it is configured to use the correct accounts for write-offs.
  This can be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Write-Offs.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant customer or vendor to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the write-off account is specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  FS00 (G/L Account Master Data)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to account configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 4280 in SAP.