How To Fix GLE_AL_ECS_ACP012 - Assign company code '&1' to a field status variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_AL_ECS_ACP -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Assign company code '&1' to a field status variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_ACP012 - Assign company code '&1' to a field status variant ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_ACP012 indicates that a specific company code has not been assigned to a field status variant in the system. This is typically encountered in the context of financial accounting and controlling, particularly when dealing with document entry or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A company code is trying to use a field status variant that has not been properly configured or assigned.
  The field status variant is required for certain transactions, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign the company code to the appropriate field status variant. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Field Status Variant Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Document -> Document Entry -> Define Field Status Variants
  
  
  
  
  Select the Field Status Variant:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the field status variant that you want to assign to the company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Company Code:
  
  Once you have selected the field status variant, you will need to assign the company code to it.
  Look for an option like "Assign Company Code" or "Assign Field Status Variant to Company Code."
  Enter the company code that is causing the error and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Configurations:
  
  Ensure that the field status variant is correctly configured with the necessary fields and statuses for the company code.
  Verify that there are no other missing configurations that could lead to similar errors.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, perform the transaction that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Variants: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields during document entry. Different company codes can have different field status variants based on their specific requirements.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB28 (for field status variant configuration) to quickly access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on field status variants and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there could be additional underlying issues or configurations that need to be addressed.