How To Fix FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE015 - Account &2 doesn't exist in chart of accounts &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE - Message for account determination

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Account &2 doesn't exist in chart of accounts &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE015 - Account &2 doesn't exist in chart of accounts &1. ?

  The SAP error message FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE015 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified account in the designated chart of accounts. This typically occurs during financial transactions or when trying to access account-related information.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Account: The account number specified in the error message does not exist in the specified chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts being referenced may not be the one where the account is defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the account number or chart of accounts.
  Inactive Account: The account may exist but is marked as inactive or has been deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the chart of accounts or the account itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the account number exists in the specified chart of accounts.
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Chart of Accounts:
  
  Confirm that the chart of accounts referenced in the error message is the one you are supposed to be using.
  You can check the chart of accounts configuration in transaction code OB13.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the account number and chart of accounts for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the correct account is being referenced in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Account Status:
  
  If the account exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new account if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP FI (Financial Accounting) consultant or system administrator to review the settings related to the chart of accounts and account definitions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OB13: Chart of Accounts
  OBD4: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify account information in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.