How To Fix FML_CUST035 - Account &1 is not a balance sheet account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FML_CUST - Message Class for ML Customizuing

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Account &1 is not a balance sheet account

What causes this issue?

You try to post an inventory change to account &V1& in company code &V2&
, but this account is not set up as a balance sheet account.

System Response

System prevents your posting.

How to fix this error?

You can either change account &V1& to be a balance sheet account, or you
assign another balance sheet account in your account determination
settings for transaction key BSX.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FML_CUST035 - Account &1 is not a balance sheet account ?

  The SAP error message FML_CUST035 indicates that the account specified (denoted by &1) is not classified as a balance sheet account. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or configurations where a balance sheet account is expected, but the account in question is not set up as such.
  Cause:
  
  Account Type Configuration: The account in question is likely configured as a profit and loss account instead of a balance sheet account. In SAP, accounts are categorized into different types, and only balance sheet accounts can be used in certain financial transactions or reports that require balance sheet data.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account may have been incorrectly assigned in the configuration settings or during the transaction entry.
  Master Data Issues: The account master data may not be set up correctly, leading to this classification issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account master data in SAP (transaction code FS00).
  Verify the account type and ensure that it is set as a balance sheet account. Balance sheet accounts typically have account types such as "Assets" (A), "Liabilities" (L), or "Equity" (E).
  If the account is incorrectly set, you may need to change the account type to the appropriate balance sheet category.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Entry:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction entry to ensure that the correct account is being used.
  Ensure that the account is appropriate for the type of transaction being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing account types or configurations, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Account Types in SAP: Familiarize yourself with the different account types in SAP, such as:
  
  Balance Sheet Accounts: Used to record assets, liabilities, and equity.
  Profit and Loss Accounts: Used to record income and expenses.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data.
  OBD4: Define Account Groups for G/L Accounts.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on account configuration and financial transaction processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FML_CUST035 error and ensure that the account is correctly classified for your financial processes.