How To Fix F8135 - Specify account symbols on the debit and credit sides

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F8 -

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Specify account symbols on the debit and credit sides

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F8135 - Specify account symbols on the debit and credit sides ?

  The SAP error message F8135 "Specify account symbols on the debit and credit sides" typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with account symbols in the context of document entries. This error indicates that the system requires account symbols to be specified for both the debit and credit sides of a financial transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Symbols: The most common cause of this error is that the account symbols for either the debit or credit side of the transaction have not been specified. Account symbols are used in SAP to represent specific accounts in financial postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing the account symbols.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may require account symbols to be defined, and if they are not, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Account Symbols: Ensure that you have specified the account symbols for both the debit and credit sides of the transaction. You can do this in the relevant transaction screen where you are entering the financial document.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that account symbols are properly defined and that the system is set up to require them for the type of transaction you are processing.
  Review Document Type: Check if the document type you are using requires account symbols. If it does, make sure to fill in the necessary fields.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to specify account symbols or if you need to adjust configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or others where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the transaction, as sometimes restrictions can lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  By addressing the missing account symbols and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message F8135 in SAP.