How To Fix CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT001 - G/L account &2 in chart of accounts &1 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT - Message Class for G/L Account Management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: G/L account &2 in chart of accounts &1 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT001 - G/L account &2 in chart of accounts &1 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT001 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account specified in a transaction does not exist in the specified chart of accounts. This error typically occurs when trying to post a transaction that references a G/L account that has not been created or is not active in the specified chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent G/L Account: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The G/L account exists, but it is not assigned to the chart of accounts you are using for the transaction.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may exist but is marked as inactive or has been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the G/L account number or chart of accounts in the transaction.
  
  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 in the specified chart of accounts.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct chart of accounts. You can check this in the G/L account master record.
  If the G/L account is not assigned to the correct chart of accounts, you may need to create a new G/L account or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is active. If it has been marked as inactive, you will need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the G/L account number and chart of accounts for any typographical errors in the transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct G/L account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure you are using the correct account.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBD4: Assign G/L Accounts to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully post your transaction.