How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_POST103 - For account & and account key & only balance sheet accounts allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 103

• Message text: For account & and account key & only balance sheet accounts allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST103 - For account & and account key & only balance sheet accounts allowed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_POST103 indicates that there is an issue with the type of accounts being used in a financial posting. Specifically, the error states that for the specified account and account key, only balance sheet accounts are allowed. This typically occurs when you are trying to post to an income statement account (P&L account) when the system expects a balance sheet account.
  Cause:
  
  Account Type Mismatch: The account you are trying to post to is not a balance sheet account. The system is configured to only allow postings to balance sheet accounts for certain transactions.
  Account Key Configuration: The account key associated with the account may be configured to only allow balance sheet accounts.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to perform may only be valid for balance sheet accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Type: Verify that the account you are trying to post to is indeed a balance sheet account. You can do this by checking the account master data in the SAP system.
  
  Go to transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check the account type.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Account: If you need to post to an income statement account, ensure that you are using the correct transaction type that allows postings to P&L accounts.
  
  
  Review Account Key Settings: Check the configuration of the account key associated with the account. You can do this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) to ensure that it allows postings to the intended account type.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the account types or the configuration, consult with your SAP FI configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  Transaction Type Review: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the type of account you are trying to post to. Some transactions are restricted to balance sheet accounts only.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial postings and account types to understand the implications of using different account types in your transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete your financial posting in SAP.