How To Fix FR008 - Posting for general ledger account &2 amount &3 set in batch input

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Posting for general ledger account &2 amount &3 set in batch input

What causes this issue?

In an evaluation that affects the financial statements, the posting for
company code &V1& and G/L account &V2&, in the amount of &V3& &V4&,
could not be carried out.

System Response

The posting is entered in a batch input session.

How to fix this error?

Correct the error, for example, missing account determination, and run
the batch input session.
This ensures that the postings and the evaluation difference noted in
the documents agree again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR008 - Posting for general ledger account &2 amount &3 set in batch input ?

  The SAP error message FR008 typically indicates an issue related to posting in the General Ledger (G/L) account during a batch input session. The message format usually looks like this:
  FR008: "Posting for general ledger account &2 amount &3 set in batch input."
  Cause:
  
  Invalid G/L Account: The G/L account specified in the batch input may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Account Type Restrictions: The G/L account may be restricted for certain types of postings (e.g., it may be a balance sheet account that cannot be used for certain types of transactions).
  Currency Issues: There may be a mismatch in the currency used for the posting, especially if the G/L account is set up for a specific currency.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the specified G/L account.
  Batch Input Session Errors: There may be other errors in the batch input session that are causing the posting to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check G/L Account: Verify that the G/L account specified in the batch input exists and is valid. You can do this by checking the account in the G/L account master data.
  Review Account Settings: Ensure that the G/L account is configured correctly for the type of posting you are trying to perform. Check the account type and any restrictions that may apply.
  Currency Validation: Ensure that the currency used in the batch input matches the currency settings of the G/L account.
  Check Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open for the G/L account. You can check this in the period control settings.
  Review Batch Input Logs: Check the batch input session logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  Test Posting Manually: If possible, try to perform the posting manually in the SAP GUI to see if the same error occurs. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the batch input or the data itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Data) to check the account details, and SM35 to review batch input sessions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FR008 error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on G/L account postings and batch input processing.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.