How To Fix AU133 - Account '&2' could not be found for area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Account '&2' could not be found for area &3

What causes this issue?

The system could <ZH>not</> find account '&V2&' for company code &V1& in
depreciation area &V3& when creating the journal entry.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether a G/L account is defined in the account determination of
Asset Accounting (in Customizing for <LS>Asset Accounting</>, for
example under <DS:SIMG.ORFA_HAUPT_KONT.0D898E4FE4626657E10000000A428C91>
Assign G/L Accounts</> or under
<DS:SIMG.V_T030_LDT_DC.0D898E4FE4626657E10000000A428C91>Define
Offsetting Account for Legacy Data Transfer</>).
Check whether the defined G/L account is created in your company code.
Define a G/L account or create the G/L account in your company code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU133 - Account '&2' could not be found for area &3 ?

  The SAP error message AU133 indicates that a specific account could not be found for a particular area. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is trying to post a transaction related to an asset, but the required account is not defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The account specified in the error message (represented by '&2') is not defined in the configuration for the specified area (represented by '&3').
  Incorrect Configuration: The account may not be assigned to the relevant asset class or area in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Inactive or Deleted Accounts: The account might have been deleted or marked as inactive in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Area: The area specified may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the asset class being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the Asset Accounting configuration (Transaction code: OAOA or OAYZ).
  Verify that the account for the specified area is correctly defined in the configuration for the asset class.
  Ensure that the account is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Accounts:
  
  If the account is indeed missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate account in the configuration.
  Use the transaction code OAOA to define the necessary accounts for the asset class and area.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Settings:
  
  Check the asset class settings to ensure that all required accounts are assigned correctly.
  Use transaction code OAOA to review the account determination for the asset class.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on account determination in Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAOA: Account Determination for Asset Accounting
  OAYZ: Define Account Determination for Asset Classes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting.