How To Fix FH066 - Reference account & not defined in chart of accounts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Reference account & not defined in chart of accounts &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH066 - Reference account & not defined in chart of accounts & ?

  The SAP error message FH066 indicates that a reference account is not defined in the chart of accounts. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a reference account, but the system cannot find the specified account in the defined chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Definition: The reference account you are trying to use has not been defined in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number may have been entered incorrectly.
  Chart of Accounts Assignment: The company code may not be correctly assigned to the chart of accounts that includes the reference account.
  Account Type Restrictions: The account type may not be allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (or use the appropriate transaction for your version) to check if the reference account is defined in the chart of accounts.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it using transaction code FS00 (Create G/L Account).
  
  
  
  Verify Account Number:
  
  Double-check the account number you are using in your transaction to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Chart of Accounts Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the company code you are working with is assigned to the correct chart of accounts. You can check this in transaction code OBY6.
  
  
  
  Review Account Type:
  
  Make sure that the account type you are trying to use is appropriate for the transaction. For example, if you are trying to post a revenue transaction, ensure that the account is a revenue account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the account definitions or the chart of accounts setup, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  OBY6: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  OB52: Change View "Posting Periods": Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify accounts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FH066 error and successfully post your transaction.