How To Fix 8N1021 - No dual accounting system has been setup (table J_1GID) for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8N1 - Messages for Accounting (Greek Localization)

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No dual accounting system has been setup (table J_1GID) for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8N1021 - No dual accounting system has been setup (table J_1GID) for & ?

  The SAP error message 8N1021 indicates that there is no dual accounting system set up for the specified country in the table J_1GID. This error typically arises in the context of Brazilian localization, where dual accounting is required for certain transactions to comply with local regulations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The system is trying to process a transaction that requires dual accounting (for example, both local and international accounting).
  The necessary configuration for dual accounting has not been completed in the system.
  The country code or the relevant settings in the configuration are missing or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the dual accounting system is properly set up for the relevant country. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Ledgers > Define Dual Accounting.
  Ensure that the dual accounting settings for the specific country (e.g., Brazil) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Table J_1GID:
  
  Use transaction code SE16N or SE11 to access the table J_1GID.
  Check if there are entries for the country in question. If not, you will need to create an entry.
  Ensure that the necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the country code and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to dual accounting for the specific country to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are still facing issues after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dual Accounting: This is a requirement in Brazil where companies must maintain two sets of books: one for local tax purposes and another for international financial reporting.
  Table J_1GID: This table is used to store the configuration settings for dual accounting in Brazil.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for ledger settings) and OBY6 (for company code settings) that may also be involved in the configuration process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 8N1021 and ensure that your SAP system is compliant with the dual accounting requirements.