How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES016 - If you leave the G/L Account empty, it is derived from the BS Item.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 016

• Message text: If you leave the G/L Account empty, it is derived from the BS Item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES016 - If you leave the G/L Account empty, it is derived from the BS Item. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES016 typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you are trying to post a transaction without specifying a General Ledger (G/L) account, and the system is unable to derive the G/L account from the balance sheet (BS) item.
  Cause:
  
  Empty G/L Account: The error indicates that the G/L account field is empty, and the system is attempting to derive it based on the balance sheet item.
  Missing Configuration: The balance sheet item may not be properly configured to derive a G/L account. This can happen if the mapping between the balance sheet item and the G/L account is not set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Posting Rules: The posting rules for the asset accounting may not be defined correctly, leading to the inability to derive the G/L account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is specified in the transaction. If it is meant to be derived, check the configuration for the balance sheet item.
  
  
  
  Review Balance Sheet Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the balance sheet items in Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify that the balance sheet item is correctly assigned to a G/L account. If not, you may need to assign the appropriate G/L account to the balance sheet item.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Rules:
  
  Review the posting rules for asset transactions (Transaction code: OAYB).
  Ensure that the rules are set up to allow for the derivation of G/L accounts based on the balance sheet item.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the G/L account is now being derived correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further details on configuring balance sheet items and posting rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYZ (for balance sheet item configuration) and OAYB (for posting rules).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting for further assistance.