How To Fix /CCEE/FISI9I216 - GL Acct. &1 was printed instead of Alternative GL Acct.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCEE/FISI9I -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: GL Acct. &1 was printed instead of Alternative GL Acct.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCEE/FISI9I216 - GL Acct. &1 was printed instead of Alternative GL Acct. ?

  The SAP error message /CCEE/FISI9I216 indicates that a General Ledger (GL) account was printed instead of the alternative GL account during a financial transaction or report. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings or when generating financial statements where alternative GL accounts are expected to be used.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The alternative GL account may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the GL account master data or in the configuration of the financial document types.
  Posting Rules: The posting rules defined in the system may not be set up to utilize the alternative GL account correctly.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support alternative GL accounts, or the specific transaction may not have been designed to reference the alternative account.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect account numbers or missing information that leads the system to default to the primary GL account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the GL account in the SAP system. Ensure that the alternative GL account is correctly defined in the account master data.
  Check the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that alternative accounts are enabled and configured properly.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Examine the posting rules associated with the transaction. Ensure that the rules allow for the use of alternative GL accounts and that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Confirm that the transaction type being used supports alternative GL accounts. If not, consider using a different transaction type that does.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  Review the data entry process to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the correct accounts are being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the alternative GL account is being used as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to GL account configuration (e.g., FS00 for GL account master data).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify GL account settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP FI consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.