How To Fix FT022 - Posting key & is not defined for account type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Posting key & is not defined for account type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT022 - Posting key & is not defined for account type & ?

  The SAP error message FT022 indicates that a specific posting key is not defined for the specified account type. This error typically occurs during the posting of financial transactions in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO).
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Posting Key: The posting key you are trying to use is not defined for the account type you are working with. Each posting key is associated with specific account types (e.g., asset, liability, revenue, expense).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Financial Accounting module where the posting key has not been properly set up for the relevant account type.
  Incorrect Account Type: The account type you are trying to post to may not be compatible with the posting key being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB14 (Define Posting Keys) to check the configuration of the posting keys.
  Ensure that the posting key you are using is defined for the account type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Account Type:
  
  Verify that the account type you are trying to post to is correct and compatible with the posting key.
  You can check the account type in the account master data (transaction code FS00).
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the posting key is not defined for the account type, you may need to create or modify the posting key configuration.
  Consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Posting Keys: Posting keys are two-digit numbers that determine the type of transaction being posted (e.g., debit or credit) and the type of account (e.g., customer, vendor, general ledger).
  Account Types: Common account types include:
  
  A: Asset
  L: Liability
  E: Expense
  R: Revenue
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB14: Define Posting Keys
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry (for testing)
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking the configuration and account types, it may be beneficial to consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.