How To Fix F5A118 - Define the name of cash journal &1 in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Define the name of cash journal &1 in language &2

What causes this issue?

You have logged on using language &V2&. However, the name of cash
journal &V1& has not been defined in this language.

System Response

The system issues a warning message.

How to fix this error?

Define the name of the cash journal in language &V2&. To do this, choose
the function <DS:TRAN.FBCJC0>Set Up Cash Journal</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A118 - Define the name of cash journal &1 in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message F5A118 indicates that there is a missing or incorrectly defined cash journal in the specified language. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or create a cash journal, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cash Journal Definition: The cash journal has not been defined in the system for the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the transaction may not match the available definitions in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cash journal in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Cash Journal:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or the relevant configuration path) to define the cash journal.
  Ensure that the cash journal is defined for the required company code and in the specified language.
  Make sure to enter all necessary details, including the cash journal name and description.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Verify the language settings in your user profile. You can check this in the user settings (transaction code SU01).
  Ensure that the language you are using is supported and that the cash journal has been defined in that language.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for cash journals in the Financial Accounting module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  If you have access, review the customizing settings in SPRO under Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Cash Journal.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on defining cash journals and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OBY6 (Define Cash Journal), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify cash journals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message F5A118 and successfully define the cash journal in the required language.