How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING049 - Chart of accounts &1 isn't used by company code &3. Please use &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING - Messages for Package FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Chart of accounts &1 isn't used by company code &3. Please use &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING049 - Chart of accounts &1 isn't used by company code &3. Please use &2. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING049 indicates that there is a mismatch between the chart of accounts being used and the company code in question. Specifically, the error states that the chart of accounts specified (represented by &1) is not associated with the company code (represented by &3). Instead, it suggests using the chart of accounts indicated by &2.
  Cause:
  
  Chart of Accounts Configuration: The company code is configured to use a different chart of accounts than the one being referenced in the transaction.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong chart of accounts when trying to perform a transaction.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data setup for the company code and chart of accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Edit Chart of Accounts).
  Verify which chart of accounts is assigned to the company code in question. Ensure that the chart of accounts you are trying to use is indeed linked to the company code.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Chart of Accounts:
  
  If you need to use the chart of accounts indicated by &2, make sure to select it in your transaction or adjust your data entry accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  If necessary, you can change the chart of accounts for the company code if it is appropriate for your business needs. This can be done in the configuration settings, but be cautious as it may have implications for financial reporting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific guidelines on how to manage charts of accounts and company codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: To check and configure the chart of accounts for company codes.
  FS00: To view and edit G/L account master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct chart of accounts is being used for the specified company code.