How To Fix /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL046 - Characteristic &1 is not in the doc. header for the header of journal &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not in the doc. header for the header of journal &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL046 - Characteristic &1 is not in the doc. header for the header of journal &2 ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL046 indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted as &1) is not present in the document header for the specified journal (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with journal entries or postings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is expected in the document header is not populated or is missing. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Configuration Issues: The journal or document type may not be configured to include the required characteristic in its header.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation of the journal entry, the user may have omitted necessary fields or characteristics.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments in the system, they may not be correctly handling the required characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the journal or document type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the characteristic &1 is included in the document header settings for the journal &2.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to include the missing characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Document Header:
  
  When creating or editing the journal entry, ensure that all required fields, including the characteristic &1, are filled out correctly.
  Validate that the document header is complete and adheres to the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific journal and its required characteristics to ensure compliance with the expected setup.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the required characteristics in the document header.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the journal entries can be processed successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for document types) or OBD2 (for defining characteristics) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, consider reviewing user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect the behavior of journal entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or support team for further assistance.