How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_POST003 - Use account-based profitability accounting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_POST - FIN UDoc posting: Message from posting

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Use account-based profitability accounting

What causes this issue?

You are trying to use cost-based profitability accounting for operating
concern &V1& only.

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

System Response

All costs must be recorded based on G/L accounts.

How to fix this error?

Use account-based profitability accounting or both account- and
cost-based profitability accounting for operating concern &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST003 - Use account-based profitability accounting ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST003 indicates that you need to use account-based profitability accounting in your system. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a document in a scenario where the system expects account-based profitability accounting to be enabled, but it is not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The system is set up to use cost-based profitability analysis (CO-PA) instead of account-based profitability analysis.
  Document Type: The document type you are trying to post may not be compatible with the current configuration.
  Profitability Segment: The profitability segment may not be correctly defined or may not exist for the account you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) and navigate to Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Account-Based Profitability Analysis.
  Ensure that account-based profitability analysis is activated for your controlling area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type you are using is compatible with account-based profitability accounting. You may need to adjust the settings for the document type in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Define Profitability Segments:
  
  Ensure that the profitability segments are correctly defined and that the accounts you are using are assigned to the correct segments.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant accounts and ensure that they are set up for account-based profitability analysis.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring account-based profitability analysis.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account-Based vs. Cost-Based CO-PA: Understand the differences between account-based and cost-based profitability analysis. Account-based CO-PA is more aligned with financial accounting and uses actual account postings, while cost-based CO-PA is more focused on internal cost allocations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE24 (Display CO-PA Document) and KE30 (Report for CO-PA) to analyze profitability data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CO-PA configurations.