How To Fix KQ314 - Chart of accounts & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Chart of accounts & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ314 - Chart of accounts & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KQ314, which states "Chart of accounts & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified chart of accounts in the configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying financial documents, or when trying to access reports that require a specific chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The chart of accounts may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the chart of accounts code entered in the transaction.
  Client-Specific Settings: The chart of accounts may not be assigned to the client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check if the chart of accounts code you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction code OB13 to view the list of available charts of accounts and confirm that the specified chart exists.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the chart of accounts is properly configured and assigned to the relevant company code. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Edit Chart of Accounts.
  
  
  
  Assign Chart of Accounts:
  
  If the chart of accounts is not assigned to the company code, you can assign it using transaction code OBY6. Make sure that the chart of accounts is linked to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct code format.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  If you are working in a specific client, ensure that the chart of accounts is available in that client. You can check this by switching to the relevant client and verifying the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB13: Display Chart of Accounts
  OBY6: Assign Chart of Accounts to Company Code
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring and managing charts of accounts.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ314 error and ensure that the chart of accounts is correctly set up in your SAP system.