How To Fix ACEDS026 - Accrual item for &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACEDS - Accrual Engine: Distribution Server

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Accrual item for &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 not found

What causes this issue?

The following accrual subobject could not be found in the Accrual Engine
for the corresponding period or date:
External reference of the accrual object: &V1&
External reference of the accrual subobject: &V2&
Accrual type: &V3&
Accounting Principle: &V4&.

System Response

The action cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACEDS026 - Accrual item for &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 not found ?

  The SAP error message ACEDS026 indicates that an accrual item for a specific combination of company code, fiscal year, period, and document number could not be found. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with accruals and deferrals in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Accrual Item: The specified accrual item does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The accrual not being created or posted correctly.
  The accrual item being deleted or archived.
  Incorrect parameters being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Number or Period: The document number, fiscal year, or period specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not correspond to any existing accrual items.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as issues with the underlying financial documents or postings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Parameters: Check the parameters (company code, fiscal year, period, document number) you are using in the transaction. Ensure they are correct and correspond to existing records.
  
  
  Check Accruals: Use transaction codes like FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to check if the accrual item exists for the specified criteria. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  Repost Accruals: If the accrual item was deleted or not posted, you may need to repost the accruals using the appropriate transaction (e.g., FBS1 for manual accruals).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for accruals in the system is set up correctly. This includes checking the relevant settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling accruals and related transactions.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: If the issue persists, check if there are any known issues or patches related to your version of SAP that might address this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBS1: Manual Accruals
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error ACEDS026 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and create accrual items.
  
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.