How To Fix G3305 - No item for G/L account &1 (&2 &3) in the cons chart of accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 305

• Message text: No item for G/L account &1 (&2 &3) in the cons chart of accounts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3305 - No item for G/L account &1 (&2 &3) in the cons chart of accounts ?

  The SAP error message G3305 indicates that there is no item for the specified General Ledger (G/L) account in the controlling (CO) chart of accounts. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a G/L account to be linked to a controlling area, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The G/L account specified in the error message is not assigned to the controlling area in the controlling chart of accounts.
  Incorrect G/L Account: The G/L account may not be set up correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Chart of Accounts Mismatch: The chart of accounts used in the transaction may not match the one where the G/L account is defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the G/L account exists.
  Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct chart of accounts and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign G/L Account to Controlling Area:
  
  Use transaction code OKB9 to assign the G/L account to the controlling area.
  Ensure that the G/L account is marked as a cost element if it is intended to be used in controlling.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check if the correct chart of accounts is being used in the transaction.
  Ensure that the controlling area is linked to the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Cost Element:
  
  If the G/L account is not set up as a cost element, you may need to create it using transaction code KA01 (Create Primary Cost Element) or KA06 (Create Secondary Cost Element).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OKB9: Assign G/L Accounts to Controlling Area
  KA01: Create Primary Cost Element
  KA06: Create Secondary Cost Element
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify G/L account settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G3305 error and ensure that the G/L account is properly configured for use in the controlling area.