How To Fix FMLGD311 - Acct assgnmt profile &1 period &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMLGD -

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Acct assgnmt profile &1 period &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

In the Customizing of posting type 03 (debit G/L account posting), no
entry exists for account assignment profile &V1& in period &V2&.

System Response

If no special entry exists for this event (message 311) in the
Customizing for error events and no basic setting exists either for the
handling of errors with debit G/L account postings (message 300), the
system cannot execute the posting automatically.
Otherwise the system executes the posting in accordance with the setting
for message 311 or 300.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMLGD311 - Acct assgnmt profile &1 period &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMLGD311 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment profile and the specified period. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to post or process financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Account Assignment Profile: The account assignment profile specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Invalid Period: The period specified in the transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings, such as missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or fiscal year variant.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typographical error in the account assignment profile or period entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Profile:
  
  Verify that the account assignment profile specified in the transaction exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the Financial Accounting or Controlling modules).
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the account assignment profiles.
  
  
  
  Validate the Period:
  
  Ensure that the period you are trying to use is open and valid. You can check this in the period control settings.
  Use transaction code OB52 to review the open and closed periods for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area and fiscal year variant to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entered in the transaction for any typographical errors. Ensure that the account assignment profile and period are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for account assignment profiles) and OB52 (for period control).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account assignment profiles and periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FMLGD311 error message in SAP.