How To Fix FH199 - Create G/L account in at least one company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Create G/L account in at least one company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH199 - Create G/L account in at least one company code ?

  The SAP error message FH199, which states "Create G/L account in at least one company code," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to a General Ledger (G/L) account that has not been created or activated in any company code within the SAP system. This error is common when dealing with financial transactions or configurations that require a valid G/L account.
  Cause:
  
  G/L Account Not Created: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Company Code Assignment: The G/L account exists, but it has not been assigned to any company code.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may be inactive or blocked for use in the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FH199 error, you need to ensure that the G/L account is created and properly assigned to at least one company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Create the G/L Account:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  Enter the G/L account number and the relevant chart of accounts.
  Click on the "Create" button.
  Fill in the necessary details, including the company code, account type, and other relevant information.
  Save the record.
  
  
  
  Assign the G/L Account to a Company Code:
  
  If the G/L account already exists but is not assigned to a company code, you can assign it by:
  
  Going to transaction code FS00.
  Enter the G/L account number and the company code.
  Click on the "Create" button for the company code view.
  Fill in the required fields and save.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Accounts:
  
  If the G/L account is inactive, you can reactivate it by:
  
  Going to transaction code FS00.
  Enter the G/L account number and the company code.
  Check the status of the account and make necessary changes to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  OBD2: Define G/L Account for Company Code
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating and managing G/L accounts.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts in the system.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the account details or the implications of creating a new G/L account, consult with your finance or accounting team.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FH199 error and successfully create or assign a G/L account in the required company code.