How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC301 - Account key &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Account key &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Define account key &V1& in Customizing for <LS>Campus Management</>
in the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_280>Define Account Keys</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC301 - Account key &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC301 with the description "Account key &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of fee calculation or financial transactions where the system is trying to reference an account key that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Key: The account key specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the account key may not have been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: The account key may not be properly configured in the relevant customizing settings, such as in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the account key may not have been included in the migration process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the account key.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Key: Verify the account key referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Create/Activate Account Key:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where account keys are defined.
  If the account key does not exist, create it by following the necessary steps in the configuration.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the account key is properly configured in the relevant areas, such as:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) -> General Ledger Accounting -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Prepare G/L Accounts for Posting
  Controlling (CO) -> Cost Element Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Elements -> Define Primary and Secondary Cost Elements
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account key. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific account key and its intended use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (for fiscal year variant), FS00 (for G/L account creation), or OKB9 (for cost element creation) depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.