How To Fix GLE_MCA247 - Equivalent account &1 in company code &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Equivalent account &1 in company code &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA247 - Equivalent account &1 in company code &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA247 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of accounts in the system. Specifically, it means that the equivalent account specified in the transaction does not exist in the specified company code. This error typically arises during processes such as posting transactions, running reports, or executing financial operations where account mappings are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account: The equivalent account that is referenced in the transaction does not exist in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: The account mapping or configuration may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the account number or company code entered in the transaction.
  Inactive Account: The account may exist but is inactive or not available for the specified company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the account exists for the specified company