How To Fix P9151 - G/L account number &1 is not maintained in chart of accounts &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P9 - EU-Specific Messages: Pymnt Program, Banks, Pymnt Methods

• Message number: 151

• Message text: G/L account number &1 is not maintained in chart of accounts &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9151 - G/L account number &1 is not maintained in chart of accounts &2 ?

  The SAP error message P9151 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account number is not maintained in the specified chart of accounts. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves a G/L account that has not been defined in the relevant chart of accounts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The G/L account you are trying to use is not created or not assigned to the specified chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts being used in the transaction does not include the G/L account.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect account number entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check if the G/L account exists.
  If it does not exist, create the G/L account by entering the necessary details and ensuring it is assigned to the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Assign G/L Account to Chart of Accounts:
  
  If the G/L account exists but is not assigned to the chart of accounts, you need to assign it. This can be done in the G/L account master record.
  Ensure that the account is set up for the correct company code and is active.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check the chart of accounts being used in the transaction. You can do this by reviewing the configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Ensure that the correct chart of accounts is being referenced in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction entry for any typographical errors in the G/L account number.
  Ensure that you are using the correct account for the type of transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Record
  OB13: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBD4: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify G/L accounts and charts of accounts.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P9151 error and successfully post your transaction.