How To Fix J3459 - Position for fictitious/simulated transaction (&1) does not exist

J3459 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 459

• 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 external 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 J3459 - Position for fictitious/simulated transaction (&1) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message J3459 indicates that a position for a fictitious or simulated transaction does not exist. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules, where transactions related to project management or cost accounting are processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Position: The specified position for the fictitious transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a missing configuration.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the system not recognizing the position.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the position or transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Position Configuration: Verify that the position for the fictitious transaction is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that all necessary master data is in place.
  Validate Transaction Type: Ensure