How To Fix FAGL_CONF012 - No account key was defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CONF - Configuration of Document Splitting

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No account key was defined

What causes this issue?

You have defined at least one splitting characteristic for which you
want to apply a zero balance setting in the document.
However, <ZH>no</> account key has been defined.

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?

Define an account key and assign a zero-balance clearing account to it.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_CONF012 - No account key was defined ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CONF012 ("No account key was defined") typically occurs in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and General Ledger (G/L) accounting when there is a missing configuration related to account keys in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions or during the configuration of the G/L accounts.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Account Key: The account key that is required for a specific G/L account or transaction type has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the G/L account or the relevant transaction type may not have been completed properly.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment in the transaction may not correspond to a valid account key.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_CONF012 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation).
  Verify that the account key is defined for the G/L account you are trying to use. If it is missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate account key.
  
  
  
  Define Account Keys:
  
  If the account key is not defined, you can create it by going to the transaction code OBY6 and selecting the option to define account keys.
  Ensure that the account key is linked to the correct account type and has the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the transaction that is causing the error. Ensure that all required fields, including account keys, are properly set up.
  You can use transaction codes like OB40 (for account determination) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account key or configuration, 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:
  
  OBY6: Define account keys
  OB40: Account determination
  FS00: G/L account master data maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to account keys and G/L account configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_CONF012 error and ensure that your SAP system is configured correctly for financial transactions.