How To Fix FH059 - Account &1 has already been created in chart of accounts &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Account &1 has already been created in chart of accounts &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH059 - Account &1 has already been created in chart of accounts &2 ?

  The SAP error message FH059 indicates that an account you are trying to create already exists in the specified chart of accounts. This error typically occurs during the creation of a new general ledger (G/L) account in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The account number you are trying to create is already in use within the specified chart of accounts.
  There may be a misunderstanding regarding the account number or chart of accounts being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Accounts:
  
  Use transaction code FS00 to display the existing G/L accounts.
  Enter the account number and chart of accounts to verify if the account already exists.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Account Number:
  
  If the account already exists, consider using a different account number that is not currently in use.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Accounts:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct chart of accounts. Sometimes, the same account number can exist in different charts of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you believe the account should not exist, consult with your finance or accounting team to confirm whether the account was created previously and if it is still needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the account was deleted but still appears in the system, you may need to check the status of the account. Deleted accounts may still show up in certain reports.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change/Display G/L Account
  OBD4: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBY6: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to G/L account creation and management for further insights.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create accounts in the specified chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.