How To Fix J3R_LEGAL_FORMS070 - Company code & has no alternative chart of accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3R_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Company code & has no alternative chart of accounts

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS070 - Company code & has no alternative chart of accounts ?

  The SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS070 indicates that the specified company code does not have an alternative chart of accounts assigned. This error typically arises when you are trying to generate legal forms or reports that require a specific chart of accounts configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The company code in question is not linked to an alternative chart of accounts in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the company code may not have been properly configured during the initial setup or may have been altered.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to an alternative chart of accounts. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > IMG (Implementation Guide) > Financial Accounting > General Settings > Define Alternative Chart of Accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  In the configuration menu, look for the option to define the company code.
  Ensure that the company code in question is assigned to an alternative chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Assign Alternative Chart of Accounts:
  
  If the company code is not assigned, you can assign it to an existing alternative chart of accounts or create a new one if necessary.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, try to generate the legal forms or reports again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Alternative Chart of Accounts: This is a separate chart of accounts that can be used for specific reporting requirements, such as legal or tax reporting.
  Company Code: This is the smallest organizational unit in financial accounting for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.