How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST204 - Allocation indicator should not be empty (ledger &1/company code &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Allocation indicator should not be empty (ledger &1/company code &2)

What causes this issue?

The allocation indicator (KOKFI) in the table T001 is empty although
there is a controlling area assigned to the company code &V2&.
In controlling, the allocation indicator value is '&V4&' for controlling
area &V3&.

System Response

This leads to a database mismatch.

How to fix this error?

Please contact SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST204 - Allocation indicator should not be empty (ledger &1/company code &2) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST204 indicates that the allocation indicator is missing for a specific ledger and company code combination. This error typically arises during the posting of financial documents or during the execution of certain financial transactions in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the allocation indicator, which is used to determine how costs or revenues should be allocated across different accounts or cost centers, is not set or is left empty. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The allocation indicator may not be defined in the configuration settings for the specific ledger and company code.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) may not have the allocation indicator assigned.
  Incorrect Document Posting: The document being posted may not have the necessary allocation details filled in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Define Allocation Indicators.
  Ensure that the allocation indicator is defined for the relevant ledger and company code.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the accounts involved in the transaction.
  Ensure that the allocation indicator is assigned correctly to the relevant accounts, cost centers, or profit centers.
  
  
  
  Document Posting:
  
  If you are posting a document, ensure that all required fields, including the allocation indicator, are filled in correctly.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to ensure all required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (to check company code settings) or FS00 (to check G/L account settings) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and allocation indicators for more detailed information on how they function within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.