How To Fix GLE_AL_ECS_ACP020 - No active derivation has been defined

GLE_AL_ECS_ACP020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_AL_ECS_ACP -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No active derivation has been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_ACP020 - No active derivation has been defined ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_ECS_ACP020: No active derivation has been defined typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger (GL) or during the execution of certain financial processes, particularly when dealing with account determination or derivation rules in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find an active derivation strategy or rule that matches the criteria for the transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Derivation Rules: The necessary derivation rules for the specific account determination are not defined or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the account determination or derivation strategy may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Inactive Version: The derivation strategy may exist but is not active in the current version or is not assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being