How To Fix GLE_MCA262 - Enter position type in table SKB1 for company code &1 and account &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Enter position type in table SKB1 for company code &1 and account &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA262 - Enter position type in table SKB1 for company code &1 and account &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA262 indicates that there is a missing entry for the position type in the SKB1 table for a specific company code and account. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a position type to be defined for a specific account in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Position Type: The position type for the specified company code and G/L account is not defined in the SKB1 table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the necessary settings for the account or company code have not been completed.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typo or incorrect entry when trying to access or create a record for the specified account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the SKB1 Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to access the SKB1 table.
  Enter the company code and G/L account number to check if there is an entry for the position type.
  
  
  
  Define Position Type:
  
  If there is no entry, you need to define the position type for the specified company code and G/L account.
  You can do this by navigating to the following path in the SAP menu:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? Preparation for Creating G/L Accounts ? Define G/L Account Attributes.
  
  
  Here, you can create or modify the G/L account and ensure that the position type is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the company code and G/L account is complete and correct.
  Verify that all necessary settings related to the account are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct position type to use, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16, SE16N (for table access), SPRO (for configuration).
  Tables: SKB1 (G/L Account Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.