How To Fix FQ198 - Account type &1/posting key &2 not defined for posting/clearing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Account type &1/posting key &2 not defined for posting/clearing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ198 - Account type &1/posting key &2 not defined for posting/clearing ?

  The SAP error message FQ198 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of account types and posting keys in the context of financial transactions. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find a valid account type and posting key combination for the transaction you are trying to execute. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account type and posting key combination you are trying to use is not defined in the system. This could happen if the account type is not set up for the specific posting key in the financial accounting configuration.
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key being used may not be appropriate for the account type you are trying to post to.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to execute may not be compatible with the account type and posting key combination.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified account type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation for Creating G/L Accounts > Define Account Types.
  Ensure that the account type you are trying to use is defined for the relevant posting key.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Keys:
  
  Check the posting keys configuration under Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Document Entry > Define Posting Keys.
  Ensure that the posting key is correctly configured to allow postings to the account type in question.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the account type and posting key. This may involve checking the transaction settings in the relevant configuration areas.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the account type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions based on specific versions or configurations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand the implications of account types and posting keys.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), and others that may be related to the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FQ198 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.