How To Fix 61228 - Please specify an account assignment type with consumption posting 'U'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Please specify an account assignment type with consumption posting 'U'

What causes this issue?

You must enter an account assignment type with conssumption posting,
'Unknown' for unvalued materials. This is usually the account
assignment type 'U'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61228 - Please specify an account assignment type with consumption posting 'U' ?

  The SAP error message 61228, which states "Please specify an account assignment type with consumption posting 'U'," typically occurs in the context of posting transactions that require a specific account assignment type. This error is often encountered in modules like Controlling (CO) or when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or projects.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Missing Account Assignment Type: The system requires an account assignment type for the consumption posting, but it has not been specified.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the account assignment types may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to post may not be compatible with the account assignment type you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify Account Assignment Type:
  
  When entering the transaction, ensure that you specify the correct account assignment type. This is usually done in the line item details of the transaction.
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