How To Fix CO860 - G/L account & is invalid


CO860 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

  • Message number: 860

  • Message text: G/L account & is invalid

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  • What causes this issue?

    The G/L account that you have entered is invalid.

    How to fix this error?

    Check whether you have entered the G/L account correctly. If necessary,
    correct your entry.
    If you have entered the correct G/L account, check
    the validity period of the G/L account,
    the cost element type of the G/L account.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


CO860 - Details

  • The SAP error message CO860 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account is invalid for the context in which it is being used. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when trying to post a transaction that references a G/L account that is not valid for the specified criteria.
    Causes of CO860 Error
    
    Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may be inactive or not allowed for the specific company code or controlling area.
    Account Type Restrictions: The G/L account may not be of the correct type for the transaction being processed (e.g., expense accounts for certain types of postings).
    Missing Master Data: The G/L account may not have been set up correctly in the system, or it may be missing required master data.
    Company Code/Controlling Area Issues: The G/L account may not be assigned to the company code or controlling area being used in the transaction.
    Posting Period Issues:

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