How To Fix P9252 - Clearing account with 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: 252

• Message text: Clearing account with number &1 is not maintained in chart of accounts &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9252 - Clearing account with number &1 is not maintained in chart of accounts &2 ?

  The SAP error message P9252 indicates that a clearing account specified in the system is not maintained in the relevant chart of accounts. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where a clearing account is required for processing but is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Clearing Account: The clearing account specified in the transaction is not defined in the chart of accounts being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The clearing account may not have been set up correctly in the system or may have been deleted.
  Chart of Accounts Assignment: The chart of accounts assigned to the company code may not include the necessary clearing account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Clearing Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or the relevant configuration path) to check the clearing account settings.
  Ensure that the clearing account is defined and active in the chart of accounts specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Maintain Clearing Account:
  
  If the clearing account is missing, you need to create it. Use transaction code FS00 to create a new G/L account.
  Ensure that the account type is set correctly (e.g., balance sheet account) and that it is assigned to the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check the chart of accounts assigned to your company code using transaction code OBY6.
  Make sure that the clearing account is included in the chart of accounts that your company code is using.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the settings and parameters of that transaction to ensure that the correct clearing account is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant for guidance on setting up clearing accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  OBY6: Define Chart of Accounts
  OBD2: Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to clearing accounts and error P9252.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P9252 error and ensure that your clearing accounts are properly maintained in the relevant chart of accounts.