How To Fix /EACA/GL_CUST021 - Enter the account assignment field

/EACA/GL_CUST021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACA/GL_CUST -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Enter the account assignment field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACA/GL_CUST021 - Enter the account assignment field ?

  The SAP error message /EACA/GL_CUST021 typically indicates that an account assignment field is required but has not been filled in during a transaction. This error is often encountered in the context of financial postings, such as when creating or posting journal entries, invoices, or other financial documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The system requires an account assignment field (like cost center, internal order, or project) to be filled in for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may require certain fields to be mandatory based on the account type or transaction type.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the transaction you are trying to execute and ensure that all mandatory fields, especially the account assignment fields, are filled in correctly.
  
  
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