How To Fix FV089 - Enter several accounts with the same allocation key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Enter several accounts with the same allocation key

What causes this issue?

You have entered accounts &V1& and &V2&, both refer to the same
allocation key &V3&.

System Response

The system can not automatically determine to which of the accounts it
should allocate a selection criterion.
The allocation is then carried out at random.
Open item clearing then leads to either no result, or a result which is
unsatisfactory.

How to fix this error?

Delete one of the accounts or maintain the corresponding allocation
keys. Also enter the allocation keys for the selection fields.
You maintain the allocation keys via "Edit -> Value set".
&NOTE&
Allocation keys can only be maintained if more than one account has been
entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV089 - Enter several accounts with the same allocation key ?

  The SAP error message FV089, which states "Enter several accounts with the same allocation key," typically occurs in the context of financial allocations or postings where the system expects multiple accounts to be associated with a specific allocation key. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of allocation cycles, cost center accounting, or internal orders.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the allocation key you are trying to use is not set up correctly in the system. Specifically, the allocation key is expected to be associated with multiple accounts, but the system finds that either:
  
  There are no accounts assigned to the allocation key.
  There is only one account assigned to the allocation key, while the process requires multiple accounts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FV089 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Allocation Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the allocation key in SAP. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Allocation > Define Allocation Keys.
  
  
  Ensure that the allocation key you are using is correctly defined and that it has multiple accounts assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Verify that the accounts you intend to use with the allocation key are correctly assigned in the relevant configuration settings.
  If necessary, add the required accounts to the allocation key.
  
  
  
  Adjust Allocation Cycle:
  
  If you are working with an allocation cycle, check the cycle settings to ensure that it is set up to use the correct allocation key and that it references multiple accounts.
  
  
  
  Test the Allocation:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to execute the allocation process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the specific allocation key, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as KSU5 (for executing allocation cycles) or KSV5 (for displaying allocation cycles) to manage and review your allocation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify allocation keys and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FV089 error and successfully complete your allocation process in SAP.