How To Fix CW035 - Chart of accounts reference automatically determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CW - Country installation Customizing

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Chart of accounts reference automatically determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CW035 - Chart of accounts reference automatically determined ?

  The SAP error message CW035, which states "Chart of accounts reference automatically determined," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there is an issue with the configuration of the chart of accounts or the assignment of the company code to the chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The chart of accounts may not be properly assigned to the company code in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the financial accounting configuration that prevent the system from determining the correct chart of accounts.
  Data Entry Issues: The data being entered may not meet the required criteria for the system to automatically determine the chart of accounts.
  Multiple Charts of Accounts: If multiple charts of accounts are configured, the system may not be able to determine which one to use based on the current settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation > Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts).
  Ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to the appropriate chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Accounts Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the chart of accounts in transaction code OB13 to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Verify that the chart of accounts is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being entered (e.g., document type, account type) is valid and corresponds to the chart of accounts being used.
  Check for any missing mandatory fields that might prevent the system from determining the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are working on to ensure all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  If you are using multiple charts of accounts, ensure that the system settings allow for the correct determination of the chart of accounts based on the criteria defined in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OB13, and FS00 (for G/L account creation) to navigate through the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the chart of accounts settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.