How To Fix FIRU_OFFS_ACCOUNT001 - Account & does not exist in chart of accounts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIRU_OFFS_ACCOUNT - offsetting account determination S4/HANA

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Account & does not exist in chart of accounts &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIRU_OFFS_ACCOUNT001 - Account & does not exist in chart of accounts & ?

  The SAP error message FIRU_OFFS_ACCOUNT001 indicates that the specified account does not exist in the chart of accounts. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that references an account that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Account Not Created: The account you are trying to use has not been created in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Chart of Accounts Assignment: The account may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Inactive Account: The account may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the account exists in the chart of accounts you are using.
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Create the Account:
  
  If the account does not exist, you can create it using transaction code FS00. Make sure to enter all required details, including the account type, account group, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the account is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the G/L account master record.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Accounts:
  
  If the account exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can also be done in transaction code FS00.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP FI consultant or the person responsible for maintaining the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBD4: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIRU_OFFS_ACCOUNT001 error and successfully post your transaction.