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Message type: E = Error
Message class: FX - Distributed FI Application Messages
Message number: 252
Message text: Account & does not exist in chart of accounts
G/L account &V1& which you have entered, is not in chart of accounts
&V2&.
No actions were carried out.
Select a different G/L account or inform your system administrator if
you still want to use the entered account.
Procedure for the system administrator:
Create the account in chart of accounts &V2&:
<DS:TRAN.FSP1>Proceed</>
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FX252
- Account & does not exist in chart of accounts ?The SAP error message FX252 ("Account & does not exist in chart of accounts") typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction to a general ledger (G/L) account that is not defined in the chart of accounts for the company code you are working with. This can happen in various transactions, such as posting invoices, journal entries, or other financial transactions.
Cause:
- Account Not Created: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
- Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The account exists, but it is not part of the chart of accounts assigned to the company code you are using.
- Inactive Account: The account may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked for postings.
- Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the account number you are trying to use.
Solution:
Check Account Existence:
- Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the account exists for the relevant chart of accounts and company code.
Create the Account:
- If the account does not exist, you can create it using FS00. Make sure to select the correct chart of accounts and company code.
Verify Chart of Accounts:
- Ensure that the chart of accounts assigned to your company code includes the account you are trying to use. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Edit G/L Account Centrally.
Check Account Status:
- If the account exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in FS00.
Correct Typographical Errors:
- Double-check the account number you are entering to ensure there are no typos.
Related Information:
Transaction Codes:
Configuration:
User Authorization:
If you continue to experience issues after checking these points, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
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