How To Fix 62367 - W A R N I N G !!! Debit account must be a G/L account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 367

• Message text: W A R N I N G !!! Debit account must be a G/L account

What causes this issue?

The account entered is not a valid G/L account number.

System Response

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62367 - W A R N I N G !!! Debit account must be a G/L account ?

  The SAP error message 62367 with the warning "Debit account must be a G/L account" typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a General Ledger (G/L) account, but the account specified is not recognized as a G/L account in the system. This can happen in various transactions, such as journal entries, invoice postings, or other financial postings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account you are trying to use for the debit entry is not set up as a G/L account in the SAP system. It could be a sub-account, a customer/vendor account, or another type of account that is not valid for the transaction.
  Account Configuration: The account may not be properly configured in the chart of accounts or may be inactive.
  Posting Area: The posting area or the transaction type may require a specific type of account that is not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Type: Verify that the account you are trying to use is indeed a G/L account. You can do this by navigating to the G/L account master data in SAP (Transaction Code: FS00) and checking the account type.
  Use Correct Account: If the account is not a G/L account, replace it with a valid G/L account that is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to post.
  Account Configuration: If the account should be a G/L account but is not configured as such, you may need to create or modify the account in the chart of accounts.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or guidelines for the specific transaction you are attempting to perform to ensure you are using the correct accounts.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post to the G/L accounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  FB50: Enter G/L Account Document
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and modify G/L accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP to further investigate the problem.