How To Fix /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL050 - Derivation of characteristic &3 is not active in journal &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Derivation of characteristic &3 is not active in journal &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL050 - Derivation of characteristic &3 is not active in journal &2 ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL050 indicates that there is an issue with the derivation of a characteristic in a journal entry. Specifically, the message states that the derivation of the characteristic (denoted as &3) is not active in the specified journal (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when working with journal entries in the context of the SAP General Ledger or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Derivation: The characteristic that is supposed to be derived is not set up or activated in the journal configuration. This could be due to a missing configuration or an oversight during the setup of the journal.
  Configuration Issues: The journal may not have the necessary derivation rules defined for the characteristic in question.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be issues with the data being entered that do not meet the criteria for the derivation to be active.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Journal Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the journal in question. This can typically be found in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO).
  Ensure that the derivation for the characteristic &3 is properly defined and activated for journal &2.
  
  
  
  Activate Derivation:
  
  If the derivation is not active, you may need to activate it. This usually involves setting up the necessary rules or conditions that allow the system to derive the characteristic based on the data available in the journal.
  
  
  
  Review Derivation Rules:
  
  Check the derivation rules associated with the journal. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that they include the characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the journal entry process again to see if the error persists. You may want to create a test journal entry to verify that the characteristic is now being derived correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring journal entries and derivation rules.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for journal configuration) or SPRO (to access the IMG) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the characteristic derivation is functioning as intended in your SAP system.