How To Fix G00349 - Item &1 does not exist in cons chart of accounts &2 (please correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Item &1 does not exist in cons chart of accounts &2 (please correct)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00349 - Item &1 does not exist in cons chart of accounts &2 (please correct) ?

  The SAP error message G00349 indicates that a specific item (usually a general ledger account) does not exist in the specified chart of accounts. This error typically arises during financial transactions or reporting when the system cannot find the account in the designated chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account: The account number specified in the transaction does not exist in the chart of accounts being referenced.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The transaction may be referencing the wrong chart of accounts, especially if multiple charts are in use.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some accounts may not have been transferred correctly.
  Configuration Errors: The chart of accounts may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Existence:
  
  Check if the account number (Item &1) exists in the specified chart of accounts (Chart of Accounts &2).
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FS00 for G/L account master data) and searching for the account.
  
  
  
  Correct Chart of Accounts:
  
  Ensure that the correct chart of accounts is being used for the transaction. If necessary, adjust the configuration or the transaction to point to the correct chart.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Account:
  
  If the account does not exist, you may need to create it. Use transaction code FS00 to create a new G/L account in the appropriate chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the chart of accounts in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary accounts are included and that the chart is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration and setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OBD4: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBY6: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view or create accounts in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G00349 error and ensure that the necessary accounts are available for your financial transactions.