How To Fix 69316 - Posting key & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Posting key & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69316 - Posting key & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "69316 Posting key & does not exist" typically indicates that the posting key you are trying to use in a financial transaction is not defined in the system. Posting keys are essential in SAP as they determine the type of transaction being processed (e.g., debit or credit) and the account types that can be posted to.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key you are trying to use may have been entered incorrectly.
  Missing Configuration: The posting key may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the key was deleted or if the system was not set up correctly.
  Client-Specific Settings: The posting key may exist in another client but not in the one you are currently using.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain posting keys.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Key: Verify that the posting key you are using is correct. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Document > Document Entry > Define Posting Keys.
  Check if the posting key exists and is configured correctly.
  
  
  Create or Modify Posting Key: If the posting key does not exist, you may need to create it or modify an existing one. This requires appropriate authorization.
  Client Check: Ensure you are working in the correct client. If the posting key exists in another client, you may need to transport the configuration or create it in the current client.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to use the posting key. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Key Functionality: Posting keys are two-digit numbers that control the type of posting (debit or credit) and the account types (e.g., customer, vendor, asset).
  Common Posting Keys: Some common posting keys include:
  
  01: Debit for G/L accounts
  11: Credit for G/L accounts
  40: Debit for customer accounts
  50: Credit for vendor accounts
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB01: Post Document
  FB50: G/L Account Document Entry
  F-02: General Posting
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.