How To Fix GLE_MCA251 - Cannot determine account type; check the selection parameters

GLE_MCA251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Cannot determine account type; check the selection parameters

What causes this issue?

The system requires an input field specifying the account type. The
following account types exist:
K:,,vendor accounts
D:,,customer accounts
A:,,Fixed asset accounts

System Response

The system cannot continue processing without this information.

How to fix this error?

Specify the account type.
If the account type field is not available on the selection screen,
contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA251 - Cannot determine account type; check the selection parameters ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA251, which states "Cannot determine account type; check the selection parameters," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when the system is unable to identify the account type based on the selection criteria provided in a transaction or report.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Parameters: The parameters you have entered (such as account number, company code, or fiscal year) may not match any existing accounts in the system.
  Missing Account Assignment: The account you are trying to access may not have been properly assigned to the relevant account type in the configuration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the chart of accounts or the account types in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain accounts or account types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data records for accounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Parameters: Review the parameters