How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST272 - Ledger &2 uses valution view &3, but company code &1 not used in CO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Ledger &2 uses valution view &3, but company code &1 not used in CO

What causes this issue?

A valuation view is assigned to Ledger &V2&. Company code &V1& is not
assigned to a controlling area and thus cannot use any valuation view.

System Response

Error.

How to fix this error?

If you want to define your ledger as a specific valuation view, all
company codes in the ledger must be assigned to a controlling area.
If you do not want to use a valuation view, remove the valuation view
from the ledger.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST272 - Ledger &2 uses valution view &3, but company code &1 not used in CO ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST272 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the integration between Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules in SAP. Specifically, it points out that a ledger is using a valuation view that is not properly configured for the specified company code in the Controlling module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration in CO: The company code specified in the error message is not assigned to the controlling area or is not properly configured in the CO module.
  Valuation View Issues: The valuation view being referenced may not be correctly set up for the company code in question.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the settings in the FI and CO modules, particularly regarding the assignment of company codes to controlling areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Assign Company Code to Controlling Area) and ensure that the company code is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Valuation View Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the valuation view in the transaction code OBY6 or SPRO to ensure that it is set up correctly for the company code and that it aligns with the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OB22 to review the ledger settings and ensure that the ledger is correctly configured to use the valuation view for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing CO Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary CO settings are in place for the company code, including cost centers, internal orders, and other relevant CO objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI/CO consultant for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Assign Company Code to Controlling Area
  OB22: Define Ledgers
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_ACDOC_CUST272 error and ensure proper integration between the FI and CO modules in your SAP system.