How To Fix ACE_S4014 - Accrual item with item type &1 has not been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACE_S4 - Messages for S/4HANA Accrual Engine

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Accrual item with item type &1 has not been created

What causes this issue?

In the current accrual object you have created an accrual item with item
type &V2&, but you did not create an accrual item with item type &V1&.

System Response

In customizing activity <DS:SIMG.VC_TACE_ITEMTY>Define Accrual Item
Types</> the accrual item type &V1& is assigned to &V2& either as
accrual item type for planned costs or for actual costs. That's why in
each accrual object also an accrual item with item type &V1& must be
created.

How to fix this error?

In addition to the accrual item with item type &V2& you need to create
an accrual item with item type &V1& in the current accrual object.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACE_S4014 - Accrual item with item type &1 has not been created ?

  The SAP error message ACE_S4014, which states "Accrual item with item type &1 has not been created," typically occurs in the context of the Accrual Engine in SAP. This error indicates that the system was unable to create an accrual item for a specific item type during the processing of accruals.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The item type specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for the Accrual Engine.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the item type may not be available or may be incomplete.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create accrual items for the specified item type.
  Technical Errors: There could be a technical issue or bug in the system that is preventing the creation of the accrual item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the Customizing settings (SPRO) and verify the configuration for the specific item type. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check the settings for the Accrual Engine and ensure that the item type is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: 
  
  Ensure that all required master data related to the item type is complete and accurate. This includes vendor/customer data, account assignments, etc.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period: 
  
  Check the posting periods in the system to ensure that the period for the transaction is open. You can do this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create accrual items. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify any technical errors or exceptions that may be occurring during the accrual item creation.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), SPRO (for configuration), and SE80 (for debugging).
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on the Accrual Engine and related processes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.