How To Fix J3458 - Position for fictitious/simulated transaction (&1) does not exist

J3458 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 458

• Message text: Position for fictitious/simulated transaction (&1) does not exist

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to transfer a financial object to the position for
fictitious/simulated transactions with the internal number &V1&. The
position is not on the database.

System Response

The financial object cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a position for fictitious/simulated transactions which has
already been created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3458 - Position for fictitious/simulated transaction (&1) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message J3458 indicates that a position for a fictitious or simulated transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with simulations or test scenarios in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Position Data: The position for the specified transaction code (&1) has not been created or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code used may be incorrect or not properly configured in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant modules (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) that handle fictitious or simulated transactions.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the position.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Code: Verify that the transaction code (&1) is correct and corresponds to a valid entry in the system.
  Create Missing Position: If the position does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically