F5A015 - Specify a G/L account valid in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Specify a G/L account valid in company code &

What causes this issue?

Either you have not entered a G/L account, or the account you entered
does not exist in the company code used.

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?

Enter a G/L account valid in this company code. You can determine an
account by using the possible entries help.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A015 - Specify a G/L account valid in company code & ?

  The SAP error message F5A015, which states "Specify a G/L account valid in company code &," typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction in SAP that requires a General Ledger (G/L) account, but the specified G/L account is not valid for the company code you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid G/L Account: The G/L account you are trying to use is not set up for the company code you are working in.
  Account Not Activated: The G/L account may not be activated or may not exist in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: You may be using the wrong company code in your transaction.
  Account Type Restrictions: The G/L account may be restricted to certain types of transactions or may not be allowed for the type of posting you are attempting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the G/L account exists for the specified company code.
  Ensure that the account is properly configured and active for the company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct company code in your transaction. You can check the company code in the header of the document you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify G/L Account:
  
  If the G/L account does not exist for the company code, you may need to create it using transaction code FS00.
  If the account exists but is not active, you may need to modify it to ensure it is valid for the company code.
  
  
  
  Check Account Type:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is of the correct type (e.g., expense, revenue, asset) for the transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to create a new G/L account, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on G/L account management and company code settings.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F5A015 and successfully post your transaction.