How To Fix CM_FAC_FH500 - Make sure the chart of accounts consistent across all account attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_FAC_FH - G/L account master data messages

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Make sure the chart of accounts consistent across all account attributes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_FAC_FH500 - Make sure the chart of accounts consistent across all account attributes ?

  The SAP error message CM_FAC_FH500, which states "Make sure the chart of accounts is consistent across all account attributes," typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the chart of accounts configuration across different account attributes in the system. This can happen during various processes, such as when creating or modifying financial documents, or when performing configuration changes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts may not be uniformly defined across different company codes or controlling areas. This inconsistency can arise from:
  
  Different charts of accounts assigned to different company codes.
  Missing or incorrectly defined account attributes (like account type, account group, etc.) that do not align with the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the financial accounting module, such as:
  
  Incorrect assignment of the chart of accounts to company codes.
  Missing or incorrect settings in the financial accounting configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise if the chart of accounts was not properly mapped.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Chart of Accounts Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Edit Chart of Accounts List.
  Ensure that the correct chart of accounts is assigned to all relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Review Account Attributes:
  
  Check the account attributes for the G/L accounts in question. Ensure that they are consistent and correctly defined.
  Use Transaction Code: FS00 to review the G/L account master data and verify that the account attributes align with the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use Transaction Code: OBY6 to check the consistency of the chart of accounts across different company codes.
  Run any necessary reports or consistency checks to identify discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the mapping and ensure that all accounts were correctly migrated and assigned to the appropriate chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Data), OBY6 (Chart of Accounts Assignment), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the CM_FAC_FH500 error message in SAP.