How To Fix CK197 - G/L account & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 197

• Message text: G/L account & & does not exist

What causes this issue?

G/L account &V1& &V2& is missing.

How to fix this error?

This G/L account must be maintained; please contact your system
administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK197 - G/L account & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CK197 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during processes related to cost accounting, such as when trying to post a cost center or internal order that references a G/L account that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The G/L account referenced in the transaction is not created in the system.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account may have been incorrectly assigned in the configuration or during the transaction entry.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may exist but is marked as inactive or not available for the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the controlling area or company code that prevent the G/L account from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the G/L account exists for the relevant company code.
  If it does not exist, create the G/L account using the same transaction code.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is correctly assigned in the relevant configuration settings (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  Check the configuration in OKB9 (Define G/L Accounts for Cost Elements) to ensure that the G/L account is linked to the appropriate cost element.
  
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  If the G/L account exists, verify that it is active and not blocked for postings. You can check this in the G/L account master record.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area and company code settings are correctly configured to recognize the G/L account.
  Check if the G/L account is assigned to the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the G/L account.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OKB9: Define G/L Accounts for Cost Elements
  OBY6: Define Company Code Global Parameters
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and create G/L accounts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK197 error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.