How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST326 - Default values for postings in Controlling not defined for CoCode &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Default values for postings in Controlling not defined for CoCode &1

What causes this issue?

Company code &V1& is assigned to controlling area &V2&. In Controlling,
however, the default values for postings in are not set.

System Response

You can't post entries in Controlling.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, set the default values for postings in Controlling.
In order to do this, you can use the following options:

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

<DS:SIMG.FINS_CO_DOCT_CC> Assign a document type mapping variant</> to
company code &V1& ; or
<DS:SIMG.VCFINS_CO_DOCT_M>Select the Default Variant checkbox</> for a
document type mapping variant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST326 - Default values for postings in Controlling not defined for CoCode &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST326 indicates that default values for postings in Controlling (CO) have not been defined for a specific Company Code (CoCode). This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that requires certain default settings in the Controlling area, but those settings have not been configured for the specified Company Code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Values: The primary cause of this error is that the default values for postings in the Controlling area have not been set up for the specified Company Code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a lack of configuration in the Controlling settings, particularly in the area of cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers.
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the master data or if the necessary controlling objects are not assigned to the Company Code, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Default Values:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Company Code.
  Ensure that the default values for the relevant Controlling settings are defined for the Company Code in question.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Navigate to SPRO > Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Define Default Values for Postings.
  Ensure that the default values for the relevant controlling area are set up correctly for the Company Code.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check if the necessary master data (like cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers) is correctly assigned to the Company Code.
  Ensure that the controlling objects are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific configuration settings for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for Company Code settings) and OKB9 (for default values in CO) to access the relevant configuration screens.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are making changes in a development environment, remember to create transport requests to move the changes to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.