How To Fix 64246 - Nominal amount & cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Nominal amount & cannot be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64246 - Nominal amount & cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message 64246, which states "Nominal amount & cannot be assigned," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing, invoice postings, or similar activities in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the nominal amount being processed, which cannot be assigned to the relevant account or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The nominal amount may not be correctly assigned to a valid account in the system.
  Currency Issues: There may be discrepancies in currency conversion or the nominal amount may not match the expected currency format.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (such as vendor or customer accounts) may be incomplete or not properly configured.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial module, such as incorrect settings in the chart of accounts or account determination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Verify that the nominal amount is being assigned to a valid and active account. Ensure that the account is set up correctly in the system.
  Review Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency used for the nominal amount is correct and that any necessary currency conversion is applied.
  Validate Master Data: Check the relevant master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that the accounts are active.
  Open Posting Period: Confirm that the posting period for the transaction is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post the transaction in a different period.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the chart of accounts, account determination settings, and other related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting steps.