How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION115 - G/L account may not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 115

• Message text: G/L account may not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION115 - G/L account may not be initial ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION115 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account cannot be left empty or initialized in a specific context, typically related to asset accounting or financial transactions. This error often arises when trying to create or modify an asset or financial document where a required G/L account field is not filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The G/L account field is not populated, which is mandatory for the transaction or asset being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the asset accounting module may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement of a G/L account that is not being provided.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently left the G/L account field blank during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is correctly assigned in the relevant configuration settings. This can be done in the Asset Accounting configuration (transaction code: OAOA or OAYZ).
  Verify that the G/L account is valid and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Enter G/L Account:
  
  If you are entering data manually, make sure to fill in the G/L account field before saving the transaction or asset record.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the asset class or transaction type you are working with. Ensure that the required G/L accounts are defined for the relevant asset classes or transaction types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting to understand the specific requirements for G/L accounts in your context.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the G/L account settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OAOA: Asset Class Configuration
  OAYZ: Define G/L Accounts for Asset Transactions
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that all required fields are populated correctly, you should be able to resolve the FARR_FOUNDATION115 error effectively.