How To Fix FC144 - Field status group is not used in any G/L account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Field status group is not used in any G/L account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC144 - Field status group is not used in any G/L account ?

  The SAP error message FC144 ("Field status group is not used in any G/L account") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a field status group in the SAP system, but the specified field status group is not assigned to any General Ledger (G/L) accounts. This can happen during various transactions, such as when configuring field status groups for financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Unassigned Field Status Group: The field status group you are trying to use is not assigned to any G/L accounts in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the field status group settings or in the G/L account settings.
  Incorrect Field Status Group: The field status group you are referencing may not be the correct one intended for the G/L accounts you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FC144 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  Enter the G/L account number and the company code.
  Check the "Control Data" tab to see if the field status group is assigned to the G/L account.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Status Group:
  
  If the field status group is not assigned, you can assign it by editing the G/L account master record.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review Field Status Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OBC4 (Field Status Variants).
  Check the configuration of the field status group to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the field status group is linked to the appropriate field status variant.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might be affecting the field status group assignment.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to perform the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields in various transactions. They are crucial for ensuring that users enter the correct information during financial postings.
  G/L Account Master Data: The G/L account master data contains important information about how accounts behave in financial transactions, including their field status groups.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OBC4: Field Status Variants
  OBD2: Field Status Group Assignment
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP administrator or technical support for further assistance.