How To Fix FP020 - G/L account must have field status group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FP - Invoice Parking

• Message number: 020

• Message text: G/L account must have field status group &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FP020 - G/L account must have field status group & ?

  The SAP error message FP020 ("G/L account must have field status group &") typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction in SAP that requires a General Ledger (G/L) account, but the specified G/L account does not have a field status group assigned to it. This can prevent the transaction from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Status Group: The G/L account you are trying to use does not have a field status group assigned in the configuration.
  Field Status Group Configuration: The field status group assigned to the G/L account may not allow the entry of certain fields required for the transaction.
  Account Type Restrictions: The G/L account may be set up in a way that restricts its use for certain types of transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and enter the G/L account number.
  Check the "Field Status Group" field in the account details. If it is blank or incorrect, you will need to assign the appropriate field status group.
  
  
  
  Assign Field Status Group:
  
  If the field status group is missing, you can assign a suitable field status group that allows the required fields for your transaction.
  You can do this by editing the G/L account in FS00 and entering the correct field status group.
  
  
  
  Review Field Status Group Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code OB14 (Field Status Variants) to review the settings of the field status group assigned to the G/L account.
  Ensure that the field status group allows the necessary fields for the transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which field status group to assign or how to configure it, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields in various transactions. They can be configured to make certain fields mandatory, optional, or hidden based on the business requirements.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OB14: Field Status Variants
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on G/L account configuration and field status groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FP020 error and successfully post your transaction.