How To Fix FBS_SE133 - Bal.sheet account &1 of chart &2 is not allocated in the balance sheet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBS_SE - Messages for Transfer of FIN-MDM Data

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Bal.sheet account &1 of chart &2 is not allocated in the balance sheet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBS_SE133 - Bal.sheet account &1 of chart &2 is not allocated in the balance sheet ?

  The SAP error message FBS_SE133 indicates that a balance sheet account is not allocated in the balance sheet for a specific chart of accounts. This error typically arises during the execution of financial transactions or when generating financial statements, such as balance sheets.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Allocation: The specified balance sheet account (denoted by &1) is not assigned to the balance sheet structure for the specified chart of accounts (denoted by &2).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not have been set up correctly, leading to the account not being recognized in the balance sheet.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts being used may not have the necessary accounts defined for balance sheet reporting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Account > Prepare G/L Account Creation).
  Verify that the balance sheet account in question is correctly defined and allocated to the appropriate chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Assign Account to Balance Sheet:
  
  If the account is missing from the balance sheet structure, you need to assign it. This can be done in the configuration settings for the balance sheet structure.
  Use transaction code OB37 to check and modify the balance sheet structure. Ensure that the account is included in the relevant balance sheet item.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Accounts:
  
  Ensure that the correct chart of accounts is being used in your financial transactions. If necessary, switch to the correct chart of accounts that includes the required balance sheet accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place for balance sheet reporting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the financial statement or transaction that previously generated the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (G/L Account Creation), OB37 (Balance Sheet Structure), and FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to account configurations and balance sheet structures.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting for further assistance.