How To Fix M8044 - G/L account & does not exist in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 044

• Message text: G/L account & does not exist in company code &

What causes this issue?

The G/L account has not been created in the company code in which you
are working.

How to fix this error?

Check the account number as well as the company code.
G/L acct.,,CoCode
wrong,,right,,Correct the G/L account.
right,,wrong,,via the menu <LS>Edit</>
,, ,,choose the function <LS>New company code</>, enter the
,, ,,correct company code and continue processing.
right,,right,,The G/L account must be created for
,, ,,the company code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8044 - G/L account & does not exist in company code & ?

  The SAP error message M8044 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account does not exist in the specified company code. This error typically occurs during transactions that involve financial postings, such as when trying to post a goods movement or an invoice.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: The G/L account exists, but it is not assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may exist but is marked as inactive or blocked for postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the chart of accounts or the account assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Creation:
  
  Go to transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the G/L account exists for the specified company code.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create G/L Account:
  
  If the G/L account is missing, create it using transaction code FS00. Ensure that you select the correct company code and enter all required details.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  If the G/L account exists but is not assigned to the company code, you will need to assign it. This can be done during the creation of the G/L account or by editing the existing account.
  
  
  
  Check Account Status:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is active and not blocked for postings. You can check this in the G/L account master record.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, review the settings in the chart of accounts and ensure that the G/L account is properly configured for the company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or need further assistance, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  OBD2: Assign G/L Accounts to Company Codes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to G/L accounts and company codes.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8044 error and successfully post your transactions.