How To Fix FIEU_SAFT037 - G/L account &1 marked as an internal account in FSV

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 037

• Message text: G/L account &1 marked as an internal account in FSV

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT037 - G/L account &1 marked as an internal account in FSV ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT037 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account is marked as an internal account in the Financial Statement Version (FSV). This typically means that the account is not intended to be displayed in the financial statements, which can lead to issues when trying to generate reports or perform certain financial operations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A G/L account is configured as an internal account in the Financial Statement Version (FSV).
  The system is attempting to include this account in a report or financial statement where it is not supposed to appear.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account master data (transaction code FS00).
  Verify the account settings to see if it is marked as an internal account.
  
  
  
  Modify the Financial Statement Version:
  
  Access the Financial Statement Version configuration (transaction code OB58).
  Locate the FSV that is being used and check the settings for the G/L account in question.
  If the account should be included in the financial statements, you may need to change its status from internal to external.
  
  
  
  Adjust Reporting Settings:
  
  If the account is indeed meant to be an internal account, ensure that your reporting settings or the specific report you are trying to run does not include internal accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling internal accounts and FSV configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the financial statement or report generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Internal Accounts: These are typically used for internal purposes and are not meant to be reported in external financial statements.
  Financial Statement Version (FSV): This is a structure that defines how financial statements are presented, including which accounts are included or excluded.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OB58: Financial Statement Version Configuration
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.