How To Fix KM793 - Account &1 is a balance sheet account or is no longer in the account plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Account &1 is a balance sheet account or is no longer in the account plan

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM793 - Account &1 is a balance sheet account or is no longer in the account plan ?

  The SAP error message KM793 indicates that there is an issue with the account you are trying to use in a transaction. Specifically, it states that the account in question is either a balance sheet account or is no longer part of the account plan. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Balance Sheet Account: The account you are trying to use is classified as a balance sheet account (e.g., asset or liability accounts) and is not suitable for the transaction you are attempting to perform, which may require a profit and loss account.
  Account Not in Plan: The account may have been deleted or is not included in the current version of the account plan you are using. This can happen if the account was removed or if you are using a different company code or fiscal year variant that does not include the account.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Type:
  
  Verify the type of account you are trying to use. If it is a balance sheet account, ensure that you are using it in a context that allows for balance sheet accounts (e.g., certain types of postings).
  If you need to post to a profit and loss account, select an appropriate account that is classified as such.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Plan:
  
  Check if the account is still part of the account plan. You can do this by navigating to the account master data in SAP and confirming its status.
  If the account is no longer valid, you may need to create a new account or adjust your transaction to use a valid account.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are performing is appropriate for the account type. For example, certain transactions may only allow postings to specific types of accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the account classification or the appropriate account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the account plan is correctly set up and that the account is included.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FS00 (to display/change G/L account master data) to check the account details.
  Account Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of accounts in SAP (e.g., G/L accounts, customer accounts, vendor accounts) and their appropriate uses.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on account types and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KM793 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.