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

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO860 - G/L account & is invalid ?

  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: