How To Fix FINS_REV_REC_CUST005 - &1 is no non-operating expense/income account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_REV_REC_CUST - Event-Based Rev. Rec.: Customizing

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1 is no non-operating expense/income account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_REV_REC_CUST005 - &1 is no non-operating expense/income account ?

  The SAP error message FINS_REV_REC_CUST005 indicates that the system is unable to find a valid non-operating expense or income account for the specified account. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition or when dealing with financial postings that require a specific account type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when the necessary configuration for non-operating expense/income accounts is not set up in the system. This could be due to missing account assignments in the relevant financial settings.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account being referenced may not be correctly classified as a non-operating account in the chart of accounts.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or not open for the transaction type, it may lead to this error.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the account type required for the posting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation.
  Ensure that the account in question is set up correctly as a non-operating income/expense account.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Verify that the account being used in the transaction is indeed classified as a non-operating account.
  Check the account type in the chart of accounts to ensure it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. You can check this in the Transaction Code: OB52.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Review the transaction type being used and ensure it aligns with the account type. You may need to adjust the transaction type settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: For managing posting periods.
  FS00: For managing G/L accounts.
  SPRO: For accessing configuration settings.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to account settings and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP FI/CO modules.