How To Fix GG159 - Enter a chart of accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Enter a chart of accounts

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a chart of accounts.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG159 - Enter a chart of accounts ?

  The SAP error message GG159, which states "Enter a chart of accounts," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a financial document or master data without specifying a chart of accounts. The chart of accounts is a crucial component in SAP's financial accounting module, as it defines the structure of the financial data and the accounts that can be used for transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Chart of Accounts: The user has not entered a chart of accounts in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the chart of accounts for the company code or the transaction being processed.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the chart of accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Chart of Accounts: When prompted with the error message, ensure that you enter a valid chart of accounts in the designated field. This can usually be done in the transaction where the error occurred.
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Ensure that the chart of accounts is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  Verify that the chart of accounts is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the chart of accounts. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to financial accounting, such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), or when creating master data like cost centers or profit centers.
  Chart of Accounts Setup: The chart of accounts can be set up in the SAP system using transaction code OX15 (Define Chart of Accounts) and OX16 (Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG159 error and proceed with your financial transactions in SAP.