How To Fix GLE_MCA429 - Cannot determine target accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Cannot determine target accounts

What causes this issue?

No target accounts can be determined for the
<DS:GLOS.3526B884AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>chart of accounts</> &V1&,
the
<DS:GLOS.4CB2902B634D56C7E10000000A421947>process category</> &V2&, and
the<DS:GLOS.4CB29263634D56C7E10000000A421947>process type</> &V3&.

System Response

The system terminates processing of the (parallel processing) package.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the settings in the appropriate Customizing activity:
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_MCA_VPLL>Maintain Target Accounts for P&L Lock</>
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_MCA_VPLC>Maintain Target Accounts for P&L Close</>
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_MCA_VPLT>Maintain Target Accounts for P&L Transformation
</>
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_MCA_VFXR>Maintain Target Accounts for FX Restatement</>

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_MCA429 - Cannot determine target accounts ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA429, which states "Cannot determine target accounts," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling processes, particularly when dealing with account assignments in the General Ledger (GL) or during the execution of certain transactions like posting journal entries or executing financial reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The target accounts may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the account determination settings are incomplete or incorrect.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment in the transaction may not match any valid target accounts in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders) may not be set up or may be inactive.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings to the target accounts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or post to the target accounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the account determination settings in the configuration. Ensure that all necessary accounts are defined and that the configuration is complete.
  Validate Account Assignments: Ensure that the account assignments in the transaction are correct and correspond to valid target accounts.
  Review Master Data: Check if the relevant master data (cost centers, profit centers, etc.) is correctly set up and active.
  Open Posting Periods: Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the target accounts. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) or FS00 (for account master data) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the account determination is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial accounting and controlling for more detailed guidance on account determination.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.