How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_POST021 - Company code clearing: Posting key &1 not assigned to type G/L account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Company code clearing: Posting key &1 not assigned to type G/L account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST021 - Company code clearing: Posting key &1 not assigned to type G/L account ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST021 indicates that there is an issue with the posting key being used in a transaction related to the company code clearing process. Specifically, the error states that the posting key (denoted as &1) is not assigned to a type of G/L (General Ledger) account. This can occur during the posting of accounting documents when the system cannot find a valid mapping for the specified posting key to a G/L account.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key being used is not configured correctly in the system or is not assigned to the appropriate G/L account type.
  Account Type Mismatch: The G/L account being used may not be compatible with the posting key due to its configuration (e.g., it may be set up for a different type of transaction).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the posting keys or the G/L accounts in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Missing Account Assignment: The G/L account may not be assigned to the company code or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB15 (for posting key configuration) and verify that the posting key in question is correctly configured and assigned to the appropriate account types.
  Ensure that the posting key is set up for the correct transaction type.
  
  
  
  Verify G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code FS00 to check the configuration of the G/L account being used. Ensure that it is active, assigned to the correct company code, and has the appropriate account type.
  Make sure that the G/L account is set up to accept postings with the specified posting key.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place for the clearing process.
  Ensure that the G/L accounts used in the clearing process are properly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific details on the posting key and G/L account configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Keys: Posting keys are two-digit numbers that determine the type of transaction being posted (e.g., debit or credit) and the type of account (e.g., G/L account, customer account).
  G/L Account Types: Different types of G/L accounts (e.g., asset, liability, income, expense) have specific configurations that dictate how they can be used in postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or FI consultant for further investigation.