How To Fix AA_CONFIG_CHECKS026 - No accounts were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA_CONFIG_CHECKS - Configuration Checks FI-AA

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No accounts were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA_CONFIG_CHECKS026 - No accounts were selected ?

  The SAP error message AA_CONFIG_CHECKS026: No accounts were selected typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires the selection of accounts, but no accounts have been specified or selected in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The error usually indicates that the system could not find any accounts assigned to the relevant configuration settings for asset transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the Asset Accounting settings, particularly in the account determination settings.
  Selection Criteria: If you are running a report or transaction that requires specific account selection criteria, and none are provided, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Account Determination.
  Ensure that the necessary accounts (e.g., acquisition, depreciation, etc.) are properly defined and assigned to the relevant asset classes.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Classes:
  
  Ensure that the asset classes you are working with have the correct account assignments.
  Check if the asset class is linked to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
  
  
  
  Transaction Parameters:
  
  If you are executing a specific transaction or report, ensure that you have selected the appropriate parameters and criteria.
  Make sure that you have selected the relevant accounts in the selection screen of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Accounts:
  
  If possible, try to run the transaction with different accounts to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the accounts in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to understand how accounts are linked to asset transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.