How To Fix M8147 - Account determination for entry & not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Account determination for entry & not possible

What causes this issue?

The system did not find an account for this transaction. This means
that the account determination for key &V1& is not maintained in MM
Customizing (Valuation). The key is made up of:
Chart of account
Transaction key (= Posting transaction)
Valuation grouping code
Account grouping code
Valuation class

System Response

The system cannot update a G/L account for this transaction. You cannot
post the transaction.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1
If you have the authorization, check the
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMWOMWB>Account determination</> in Customizing
for Valuation.

<DS:TRAN.OMWB>Proceed</>
ENDIF
Note
The relevant posting transaction can be found in Table T030A.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8147 - Account determination for entry & not possible ?

  The SAP error message M8147, "Account determination for entry & not possible," typically occurs in the context of inventory management and accounting when the system is unable to determine the appropriate G/L (General Ledger) account for a specific transaction. This can happen during various processes, such as goods movements, inventory postings, or when creating purchase orders.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Account Determination Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary account determination settings are not configured in the system for the specific transaction type or material type.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Settings: The material master record may not have the correct valuation class or other relevant settings that link it to the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  Valuation Class Not Assigned: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to any G/L accounts in the account determination configuration.
  
  
  Account Group Issues: The account group for the material or transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the right accounts.
  
  
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not have the necessary account determination rules defined.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBYC).
  Ensure that the account determination for the relevant transaction type (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue) is properly set up.
  Verify that the correct valuation classes are linked to the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record (Transaction Code: MM03) for the material in question.
  Ensure that the valuation class is correctly assigned and that it corresponds to the account determination settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Valuation Class:
  
  Ensure that the valuation class used in the material master is defined in the account determination configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction type being used has the necessary account determination rules defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account determination settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the configuration aligns with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBYC: Configuration for automatic account determination.
  MM03: Display material master.
  MB1A/MB1B/MB1C: Transactions for goods movements that may trigger the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to account determination errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to inventory management and account determination for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the M8147 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.