How To Fix FH058 - Account &1 has not been created in chart of accounts &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Account &1 has not been created in chart of accounts &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH058 - Account &1 has not been created in chart of accounts &2 ?

  The SAP error message FH058 indicates that a specific account (denoted by &1) has not been created in the specified chart of accounts (denoted by &2). This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to an account that does not exist in the designated chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Account Not Created: The account you are trying to use has not been created in the specified chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts being referenced may not be the one where the account is defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or error in the account number or chart of accounts being used in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The account may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Account:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to create the account in the specified chart of accounts.
  Ensure that you enter the correct details, including the account number, account type, and the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Chart of Accounts:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct chart of accounts in your transaction. You can check this in the configuration settings or in the master data of the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Review Account Number:
  
  Double-check the account number you are trying to use for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the account creation process or the chart of accounts configuration, consult with your SAP configuration team or a financial consultant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify accounts in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Chart of Accounts
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FH058 error and successfully post your transactions.