How To Fix EQ053 - Contract account category &1 not permissible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EQ - Cross-IS-U functions

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Contract account category &1 not permissible

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.3526B97FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>contract account category
</> you entered either does not exist or is not valid for the
processing of this move-in.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of the following options:
Enter a different contract account category.
If you would like this contract account category to be valid for
move-in processing, contact your system administrator.
&sys_admin&
To make the contract account category valid for move-in processing,
choose the following in Customizing: <LS>Financial Accounting ->
Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Basic Functions -> Contract
Accounts -> Number Ranges and Contract Account Categories -> Configure
Contract Acct Categories and Assign Number Ranges</>. Enter the
required data as follows:
Select the <LS>OP</> field (only one business partner allowed).
Do not select the <LS>CB</> field (contract account is a collective
bill account).
Do not select the <LS>O-T</> field (one-time account).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EQ053 - Contract account category &1 not permissible ?

  The SAP error message EQ053, which states "Contract account category &1 not permissible," typically occurs in the context of contract accounts in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. This error indicates that the contract account category specified is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Contract Account Category: The contract account category specified in the transaction does not exist or is not allowed for the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for contract account categories may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified contract account category.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the contract account category entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Account Category: Verify that the contract account category you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for contract accounts (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Check the settings under "Financial Accounting" -> "Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable" -> "Basic Functions" -> "Define Contract Account Categories."
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the contract account category is properly configured and permissible for the transaction you are attempting. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to make adjustments.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract account category. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the contract account category in the transaction and try again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the EQ053 error for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EQ053 for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EQ053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.