How To Fix FP016 - G/L account & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 016

• Message text: G/L account & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP016 - G/L account & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FP016 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to post a financial transaction that references a G/L account that has not been created or has been deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent G/L Account: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account exists but is marked as inactive or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Account Number: There may be a typo or incorrect account number entered in the transaction.
  Company Code Issues: The G/L account may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Chart of Accounts: The G/L account may not be part of the chart of accounts assigned to the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check G/L Account: Verify that the G/L account number you are using is correct. Check for any typos or errors in the account number.
  Create G/L Account: If the account does not exist, you will need to create it. This can be done using the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create a G/L account.
  Fill in the required details such as account type, company code, and chart of accounts.
  
  
  Activate G/L Account: If the account exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in FS00 by changing the status of the account.
  Check Company Code Assignment: Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the G/L account master data.
  Review Chart of Accounts: Make sure that the G/L account is part of the chart of accounts assigned to your company code. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  OB13: Define Chart of Accounts
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for creating and managing G/L accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.