How To Fix 881165 - You have not entered an accrual account for REA document type &1 - &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 165

• Message text: You have not entered an accrual account for REA document type &1 - &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881165 - You have not entered an accrual account for REA document type &1 - &2 ?

  The SAP error message 881165 indicates that an accrual account has not been specified for a Real Estate Management (REA) document type. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction related to real estate management, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the accrual account associated with the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the accrual account has not been defined for the specific REA document type in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be correctly set up in the system for the intended transaction.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes in the REA module, it may have led to the omission of the required account settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the accrual account is properly configured for the specified REA document type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Real Estate Management. This is usually found under:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Real Estate Management -> Basic Functions -> Account Determination -> Define Accrual Accounts
  
  
  
  
  Define Accrual Accounts:
  
  In the configuration settings, look for the option to define accrual accounts.
  Check if the accrual account is defined for the document type indicated in the error message (e.g., &1 - &2).
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new entry specifying the appropriate account.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate accrual account.
  Verify that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct accrual account to use, consult your financial accounting team or refer to the documentation for your specific business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) or RECN (for Real Estate Management) to access the relevant settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Testing Environment: It is advisable to test any changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.