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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 you have entered in the transaction. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to existing accounts.
  Verify Account Master Data: Check the account master data to ensure that the account you are trying to access is correctly set up and assigned to the appropriate account type.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the chart of accounts and account types in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the accounts in question. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others related to financial reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for GLE_MCA251 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and controlling for more insights into account types and selection parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.