How To Fix CZ212 - Maintain the account class references first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Maintain the account class references first

What causes this issue?

Account category references have not yet been maintained. Account
category references must be maintained before valuation classes can be
created.

System Response

The system branches automatically into Account category reference
maintenance.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the account category references.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ212 - Maintain the account class references first ?

  The SAP error message CZ212, which states "Maintain the account class references first," typically occurs in the context of configuring account determination in the SAP system, particularly in the area of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO). This error indicates that the system requires certain account class references to be set up before proceeding with the transaction or configuration you are attempting.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Account Class References: The account class references that are required for the specific configuration or transaction have not been maintained in the system.
  Incomplete Configuration: The configuration for account determination is incomplete, meaning that the necessary links between account classes and the relevant accounts have not been established.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or missing settings in the configuration of the account determination process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CZ212 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration area for account determination. This is typically found under:
  
  SPRO > IMG > Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation or similar paths depending on your specific configuration.
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Account Class References:
  
  Look for the section related to account class references. You may need to maintain or create the necessary account class references that are required for your specific transaction or configuration.
  Ensure that all relevant account classes are defined and linked to the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Review the entries in the account determination configuration to ensure that all necessary account classes are properly assigned to the relevant accounts.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to see if the error persists. If it does, double-check the settings to ensure that all required references are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific account classes or configurations needed, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBYC (for automatic account determination) or FS00 (to create or change G/L accounts) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the account determination settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CZ212 error and successfully maintain the account class references in your SAP system.