How To Fix FMLGD511 - Acct assgnmt profile &1 period &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMLGD -

• Message number: 511

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

What causes this issue?

In the Customizing for posting type 05 (vendor down payment with general
request ), there is no entry for account assignment profile &V1& in
period &V2&.

System Response

If no setting exists for this event (message 511) in Customizing for
error events and no basic settings for the error handling of vendor down
payments (message 500) exists either, the system cannot carry out this
posting automatically.
Otherwise, the system carries out the posting in accordance with the
setting for message 511 or 500.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMLGD511 - Acct assgnmt profile &1 period &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMLGD511 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment profile and the specified period. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with financial documents or postings that require a valid account assignment profile for a specific period.
  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 has not been defined 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 company code.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the account assignment profile or period fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Profile:
  
  Verify that the account assignment profile specified in the transaction exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7 for account assignment profiles).
  If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it or select a valid one.
  
  
  
  Validate the Period:
  
  Ensure that the period specified in the transaction is open and valid. You can check this in the period control settings (Transaction Code: OB52).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or adjust your transaction to use a valid period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area and company code to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Make sure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned and that the periods are defined properly.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entered in the transaction for any typos or incorrect values.
  Ensure that the account assignment profile and period are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on account assignment profiles and period settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBA7: Maintain Account Assignment Profiles
  OB52: Maintain Periods for Posting
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify account assignment profiles and periods.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.