How To Fix KM528 - &1 is not an account group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 528

• Message text: &1 is not an account group

What causes this issue?

Group &V1& is a revenue/cost element group, not an account group.

System Response

You cannot use this group here.

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid account group or copy revenue/cost element group &V1& to
an account group of the same name using the function <DS:TRAN.KE61>Copy
cost element group</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM528 - &1 is not an account group ?

  The SAP error message KM528 indicates that the specified account group is not recognized or does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when trying to create or modify master data, such as cost centers, internal orders, or other financial objects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Group: The account group specified in the transaction does not exist or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: The account group may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the specified account group.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system not recognizing the account group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Group: Check the account group you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and checking the account groups defined for the relevant module.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the account group is supposed to exist, verify that it has been properly configured. This can include checking settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account group. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the account group and its configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KO01 (Create Internal Order), etc.
  Configuration Path: You can check account groups in the configuration path: SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Preparations -> Define Account Groups.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KM528 error and implement a solution.