How To Fix FIEG_LOC013 - GL account &1 is either marked for deletion or blocked for posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEG_LOC - FIEG_LOC

• Message number: 013

• Message text: GL account &1 is either marked for deletion or blocked for posting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEG_LOC013 - GL account &1 is either marked for deletion or blocked for posting ?

  The SAP error message FIEG_LOC013 indicates that a General Ledger (GL) account is either marked for deletion or is blocked for posting. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to a GL account that is not available for posting due to its status.
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The GL account has been flagged as "marked for deletion" in the system. This means that the account is no longer intended to be used for posting transactions.
  Blocked for Posting: The GL account has been set to a status that prevents any postings. This could be due to various reasons, such as the account being inactive or a decision made by the finance team to restrict its use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the GL Account Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (or use the menu path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Records > G/L Account > Centrally).
  Enter the GL account number and the company code to view the account details.
  Check the "Status" field to see if the account is marked for deletion or blocked for posting.
  
  
  
  Unmark for Deletion:
  
  If the account is marked for deletion and you need to use it, you can unmark it by changing the status in the account master data. Make sure to have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Account:
  
  If the account is blocked for posting, you can unblock it by changing the relevant settings in the account master data. Again, ensure you have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of unblocking or unmarking the account, consult with your finance or accounting team. They can provide guidance on whether the account should remain blocked or marked for deletion based on your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Restrictions:
  
  Ensure that there are no other restrictions or settings in place that might prevent posting to the GL account, such as fiscal year restrictions or company code settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items (to check if there are any postings related to the account)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing GL accounts and understanding their statuses.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to GL account settings. If not, you may need to contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIEG_LOC013 error and successfully post transactions to the desired GL account.