How To Fix FX084 - Clearing account & not in chart of accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FX - Distributed FI Application Messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Clearing account & not in chart of accounts

What causes this issue?

The clearing account &V1& you specified is not defined in the chart of
accounts of external company code &V2&.

System Response

No actions were carried out.

How to fix this error?

Clearing account configuration is invalid. If you want to use the
company code &V2&, contact your system administrator.
Procedure for the System Administrator
If you want to address the account anyway, create it in chart of
accounts &V3&:
<DS:TRAN.FSP1>Proceed</>
Or deactivate the chart of accounts check for &V2&:
<DS:TRAN.OB25>Proceed</>
Or change the clearing accounts:
<DS:TRAN.OBYA>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FX084 - Clearing account & not in chart of accounts ?

  The SAP error message FX084 indicates that there is an issue with a clearing account that is not defined in the chart of accounts. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with foreign currency transactions or when trying to post to a clearing account that is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Clearing Account: The clearing account that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Configuration: The clearing account may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the clearing account settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or post to the clearing account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Chart of Accounts:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB13 to view the chart of accounts and ensure that the clearing account is listed.
  If it is missing, you will need to create it using transaction code FS00 to define the G/L account.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the clearing account is properly configured for the relevant company code. Check the account type, account group, and other settings.
  Make sure that the account is marked as a clearing account if it is intended to be used as such.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type being used and ensure it is compatible with the clearing account. You may need to adjust the settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the clearing account. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  OB13: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBD2: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.