How To Fix FCO_AVC118 - In profile &1, select account groups with the same chart of accounts.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_AVC - Availability Control

• Message number: 118

• Message text: In profile &1, select account groups with the same chart of accounts.

What causes this issue?

In budget availability control profile &v1&, there are account groups
that belong to different charts of accounts.
Each profile can have only one chart of accounts.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

Ensure that all account groups, in profile &v1&, belong to the same
chart of accounts.

Procedure for System Administrators

How can this happen?

The following combinations are possible:
Profile,,Description,,G/L Acct Hierarchy,,Chart of Accts,,G/L Acct Group
1000,,Profile 1,,1008,,<ZH>COA1</>,,TRVL
1000,,Profile 1,,1016,,<ZH>COA1</>,,TAXI
The following combinations are not possible:
Profile,,Description,,G/L Acct Hierarchy,,Chart of Accts,,G/L Acct Group
2000,,Profile 2,,1003,,<ZH>COA1</>,,TRVL
2000,,Profile 2,,1081,,<ZH>COA2</>,,TAXI

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_AVC118 - In profile &1, select account groups with the same chart of accounts. ?

  The SAP error message FCO_AVC118 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there is a mismatch in the account groups defined in a particular profile. This error indicates that the account groups selected in the configuration do not share the same chart of accounts, which is a requirement for certain financial processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You have defined multiple account groups in a financial configuration profile, but these account groups are associated with different charts of accounts.
  The system requires that all account groups within a profile must be linked to the same chart of accounts to ensure consistency in financial reporting and processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FCO_AVC118 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Groups: Review the account groups that you have selected in the profile. Ensure that all the account groups belong to the same chart of accounts.
  
  
  Modify Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the profile in question.
  Remove or replace any account groups that do not belong to the same chart of accounts as the others.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining account groups) or OBD4 (for defining chart of accounts) to check the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the account groups and their associations, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Chart of Accounts: This is a list of all accounts used by an organization in its general ledger. Each account is assigned a unique code and is categorized into different account groups.
  Account Groups: These are used to classify accounts in the general ledger. They determine the properties of the accounts, such as whether they are balance sheet accounts or profit and loss accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  
  By ensuring that all account groups in the profile are aligned with the same chart of accounts, you should be able to resolve the FCO_AVC118 error effectively.