How To Fix FH037 - Account & is marked for deletion in chart of accounts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Account & is marked for deletion in chart of accounts &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH037 - Account & is marked for deletion in chart of accounts & ?

  The SAP error message FH037 indicates that a specific account is marked for deletion in the chart of accounts. This means that the account cannot be used for any further transactions, as it has been flagged to be removed from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Account Marked for Deletion: The account in question has been marked for deletion in the chart of accounts. This is typically done when an account is no longer needed or is being replaced by another account.
  Configuration Error: Sometimes, accounts may be incorrectly marked for deletion due to configuration errors or oversight during account maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and enter the account number and chart of accounts.
  Check the "Control Data" tab to see if the "Marked for Deletion" checkbox is checked.
  
  
  
  Unmark the Account:
  
  If the account should not be marked for deletion, you can uncheck the "Marked for Deletion" checkbox.
  Save the changes to the account.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure whether the account should be unmarked, consult with your finance or accounting team to confirm the status of the account.
  
  
  
  Review Related Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no pending transactions that might be affected by unmarking the account.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to the account status for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Impact on Reporting: Accounts marked for deletion will not appear in financial reports, which can affect financial analysis and reporting.
  Audit Trail: Changes to account statuses should be logged for audit purposes, especially in regulated industries.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to account statuses in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.