How To Fix F5647 - Offset.acct & should only accept internal postings; change acct

F5647 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 647

• Message text: Offset.acct & should only accept internal postings; change acct

What causes this issue?

For the account assignment, an account that can also be posted
automatically was specified for the offsetting entry to be created.
However, only accounts which can only be posted internally are
permitted.

How to fix this error?

Change either the master record of the account so that only internal
postings are allowed or allocate another account for this transaction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5647 - Offset.acct & should only accept internal postings; change acct ?

  The SAP error message F5647 indicates that there is an issue with the offset account being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, the message states that the offset account should only accept internal postings, and therefore, the account needs to be changed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The offset account in question is configured in such a way that it only allows internal postings. This typically means that the account is set up for specific types of transactions, such as intercompany transactions or internal transfers, and cannot be used for external postings.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not be compatible with the offset account. For example, if you are trying to post a transaction that is meant for external customers or vendors, but the offset account is restricted to internal postings, this error will occur.
  Account Type: The account may be a special type of account (like a clearing account) that is