How To Fix FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE021 - Make sure the debit and credit posting keys are of the same account type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE - Message for account determination

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Make sure the debit and credit posting keys are of the same account type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE021 - Make sure the debit and credit posting keys are of the same account type. ?

  The SAP error message FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE021 indicates that there is a mismatch between the debit and credit posting keys in a financial transaction. Specifically, this error occurs when the debit and credit entries are not of the same account type, which is a requirement for certain types of postings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Account Types: The most common cause of this error is that the debit and credit entries are being posted to different types of accounts (e.g., one is a balance sheet account and the other is a profit and loss account).
  Incorrect Posting Keys: The posting keys used for the transaction may not correspond to the same account type. For example, using a posting key meant for asset accounts for one entry and a posting key meant for expense accounts for another.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this rule, and if the accounts involved are not set up correctly, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Types: Review the accounts being used in the transaction. Ensure that both the debit and credit accounts are of the same type (e.g., both should be balance sheet accounts or both should be income statement accounts).
  Verify Posting Keys: Ensure that the posting keys used for the debit and credit entries are appropriate for the account types involved. You can check the posting keys in the SAP configuration settings.
  Adjust the Transaction: If you find that the accounts or posting keys are incorrect, adjust the transaction accordingly. This may involve changing the accounts or using different posting keys that match the account types.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the account types or posting keys, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or financial team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Posting Keys: In SAP, posting keys are used to determine the type of transaction being posted (debit or credit) and the type of account being affected. Each posting key is associated with specific account types.
  
  
  Account Types: Common account types in SAP include:
  
  Asset Accounts: Used for balance sheet accounts that represent resources owned by the company.
  Liability Accounts: Used for balance sheet accounts that represent obligations of the company.
  Equity Accounts: Represent the owner's equity in the company.
  Revenue Accounts: Used for income statement accounts that represent income earned.
  Expense Accounts: Used for income statement accounts that represent costs incurred.
  
  
  
  SAP Configuration: The configuration of account types and posting keys can be managed in the SAP system through transaction codes like OB40 (for posting keys) and OX15 (for account types).
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the underlying causes, you should be able to resolve the error message FAC_ACC_DET_MESSAGE021 effectively.