How To Fix GLE_MCA619 - List of accounts incomplete; offsetting account &1 must be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 619

• Message text: List of accounts incomplete; offsetting account &1 must be selected

What causes this issue?

One of the selected accounts is customized to be processed indirectly
using an offsetting account. Therefore, the list of accounts to be
processed in the process run must also contain the offsetting account
itself.
Account &V2& is in the list of accounts selected and it refers to the
offsetting account &V1&. Therefore, the list must also contain the
offsetting account &V1&. However, this account is not included in the
list.

System Response

The system terminates processing of the current company code.

How to fix this error?

Run the same process with modified selection options so that either the
account &V2& is not included in the list or that the offsetting account
&V1& is also selected.
If you want to include the offsetting account in the list, you must use
an MCA key to assign a process type of the current process category to
the offsetting account.

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_MCA619 - List of accounts incomplete; offsetting account &1 must be selected ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA619 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment in a financial transaction. Specifically, it states that the list of accounts is incomplete because the offsetting account (denoted as &1 in the message) must be selected. This typically occurs in the context of journal entries or postings where a debit and credit account must be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Offsetting Account: The most common cause of this error is that the transaction you are trying to post does not have a valid offsetting account specified. In double-entry accounting, every debit must have a corresponding credit, and vice versa.
  Account Configuration: The account configuration in the system may not allow for the transaction type you are trying to execute. For example, certain accounts may be restricted from being used in specific types of postings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are using may require specific accounts that have not been set up or selected correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Review the transaction you are trying to post and ensure that you have selected both the debit and credit accounts. Make sure that the offsetting account is correctly specified.
  Account Configuration: Verify the configuration of the accounts involved in the transaction. Ensure that the accounts are set up correctly in the system and that they are allowed for the type of transaction you are processing.
  Transaction Type Settings: If applicable, check the settings for the transaction type you are using. Ensure that it is configured to allow the accounts you are trying to use.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct accounts to use, consult your organization's accounting policies or SAP documentation for guidance on the specific transaction you are attempting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide guidance on how to resolve them.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB50 for general ledger postings) and their requirements for account assignments.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to post to the accounts in question. Sometimes, user roles can restrict access to certain accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who is familiar with your organization's SAP configuration.