How To Fix FH039 - No text created for alternative account & in chart of accounts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 039

• Message text: No text created for alternative account & in chart of accounts &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH039 - No text created for alternative account & in chart of accounts & ?

  The SAP error message FH039, which states "No text created for alternative account & in chart of accounts &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to use an alternative account in a financial transaction, but the system cannot find the corresponding text or description for that account in the specified chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text: The alternative account does not have a description or text defined in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Configuration: The alternative account may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the alternative account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBD2 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the configuration of the alternative account.
  Ensure that the alternative account is correctly defined in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Text:
  
  If the text for the alternative account is missing, you can create or update it using the transaction code FS00 (for G/L accounts).
  Enter the alternative account number and the chart of accounts, then navigate to the "Description" or "Text" fields to add or modify the text.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Ensure that the chart of accounts being used is the correct one and that it includes the alternative account in question.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the account number and chart of accounts for any typographical errors that may have led to the system not finding the correct account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OBD2: Define Alternative Accounts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit account configurations in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FH039 error and ensure that the alternative account is properly configured with the necessary text in the chart of accounts.