How To Fix /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL049 - Char. &1 for the line item in journal &2 is in doc. header as of &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Char. &1 for the line item in journal &2 is in doc. header as of &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL049 - Char. &1 for the line item in journal &2 is in doc. header as of &3 ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL049 typically indicates an issue related to the journal entry processing in the SAP system, specifically concerning the line item in a journal that is inconsistent with the document header. The error message provides specific details about the character (Char. &1) and the journal (journal &2) along with the document header date (&3).
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Date Mismatch: The line item date does not match the document header date. This can happen if the line item is being processed with a different date than what is specified in the document header.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the journal entry processing that are not aligned with the expected behavior.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to inconsistencies between the line items and the document header.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Dates: Verify that the date of the line item matches the document header date. If they do not match, correct the date in the line item or the document header as appropriate.
  Review Journal Configuration: Ensure that the journal configuration settings are correct and that they allow for the processing of line items with the specified dates.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual entry, correct the line item or document header to ensure consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling journal entries and error messages.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB50 (for general ledger entries) or FB01 (for document posting) to review and correct the entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to journal entries and document headers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL049.