How To Fix F=137 - Reg. account & derived from acct & and mask & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F= -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Reg. account & derived from acct & and mask & is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F=137 - Reg. account & derived from acct & and mask & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message "F=137 Reg. account & derived from acct & and mask & is invalid" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there is an issue with the configuration of the account determination or when the system is unable to find a valid account based on the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error often arises when the configuration for the account determination is incorrect or incomplete. This can happen if the account is not properly defined in the system or if the account mask does not match any valid accounts.
  Missing Accounts: The derived account may not exist in the chart of accounts or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment in the transaction may not correspond to the expected configuration, leading to the system being unable to derive the correct account.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the account numbers or masks being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for account determination in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Verify that the account specified in the error message is correctly configured and exists in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Account Masks:
  
  Ensure that the account mask used in the transaction is valid and corresponds to the correct accounts.
  Check if the mask is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Account Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like FS00 (to display/change G/L accounts) to check if the account exists and is active.
  If the account is missing, create it or reactivate it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction data that triggered the error to ensure that all account assignments are correct and complete.
  Look for any discrepancies in the data entry that could lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on account determination and configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), OBYC (Automatic Account Determination), and OBA7 (Account Assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify account configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.