How To Fix M7481 - G/L Account is being reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 481

• Message text: G/L Account is being reset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7481 - G/L Account is being reset ?

  The SAP error message M7481, which states "G/L Account is being reset," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and accounting when there is an issue with the General Ledger (G/L) account assignment for a material or transaction. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing account assignments, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing G/L Account Assignment: The G/L account for the material or transaction type may not be properly assigned in the configuration settings.
  Account Determination Issues: The automatic account determination settings may not be correctly configured, leading to the system being unable to find the appropriate G/L account.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may be incomplete or incorrectly set up, particularly in the accounting view.
  Transaction Type Configuration: The transaction type being used may not have a valid G/L account associated with it.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the configuration of account determination or G/L accounts may have led to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management).
  Ensure that the G/L accounts are correctly assigned for the relevant transaction types and material types.
  
  
  
  Review Account Determination:
  
  Go to the account determination settings in the configuration (e.g., OBYC for inventory management).
  Verify that the necessary accounts are set up for the relevant transaction keys (e.g., BSX, WRX, PRD).
  
  
  
  Inspect Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the affected material.
  Ensure that the accounting view is correctly filled out, including the appropriate valuation class and G/L account.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for the transaction type being used to ensure it has the correct G/L account assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Change Logs:
  
  If recent changes were made to the configuration, review the change logs to identify any modifications that may have caused the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBYC (for account determination) and MM02 (to change material master data) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on account determination and material master setup.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.