How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST259 - Ledger does not exist for ledger &1, company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Ledger does not exist for ledger &1, company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST259 - Ledger does not exist for ledger &1, company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST259 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ledgers in the system. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find a ledger for the specified ledger and company code combination. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ledger Configuration: The specified ledger (denoted as &1) is not configured for the specified company code (denoted as &2) in the system.
  Incorrect Ledger Assignment: The ledger might not be assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the error occurred, leading to the system looking for a non-existent ledger.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the ledger configuration may not have been included or may not have been activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Prepare G/L Account Creation) to check if the ledger is defined for the company code.
  Ensure that the ledger you are trying to use is indeed created and active for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Ledger to Company Code:
  
  If the ledger is missing, you may need to create it or assign it to the company code. This can be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  Make sure that the ledger is properly assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction or report where the error occurred to ensure that the correct ledger and company code are being used.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that the transport request included the necessary configuration for the ledger and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB22: Configuration for ledgers.
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify ledger configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST259 and ensure that the ledger is correctly configured for the specified company code.