How To Fix F5340 - Account & is invalid since not only able to be internally posted

F5340 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Account & is invalid since not only able to be internally posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5340 - Account & is invalid since not only able to be internally posted ?

  The SAP error message F5340, which states "Account & is invalid since not only able to be internally posted," typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to a G/L account that is not configured to allow external postings. This can happen for various reasons, including account settings or configuration issues.
  
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The G/L account in question may be set up to allow only internal postings. This is often the case for certain types of accounts, such as clearing accounts or internal control accounts.
  Account Type: The account might be defined as a non-postable account for external transactions in the chart of accounts.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any postings to that account.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to that account.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account master data (transaction code FS00).
  Verify the settings for the account in question. Ensure that