How To Fix CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT800 - Input key is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 800

• Message text: Input key is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT800 - Input key is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message "CM_FAC_MANAGE_GLACCT800 Input key is invalid" typically occurs in the context of managing general ledger accounts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the input key provided for a specific operation (such as creating, updating, or deleting a general ledger account) is not valid. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Input Key: The input key (such as account number, company code, or other identifiers) may be incorrectly entered or formatted.
  Non-Existent Account: The general ledger account you are trying to access may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the specified account.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the input key.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the general ledger accounts may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Input Key: Double-check the input key for any typos or formatting errors. Ensure that you are using the correct account number and other identifiers.
  Check Account Existence: Use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to verify that the account exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage the general ledger accounts. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any issues with the general ledger account data. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for the general ledger accounts in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug or a more complex issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Record), FSP0 (G/L Account Master Record: Change), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to general ledger account management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.