How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_P300 - Reference Account Number substituted by &1

/PF1/MSG_EH_P300 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_P -

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Reference Account Number substituted by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_P300 - Reference Account Number substituted by &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_P300 with the description "Reference Account Number substituted by &1" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account assignments in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This message indicates that the system has automatically substituted a reference account number due to some issue with the original account number provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Account Number: The original account number may not exist in the system or may be inactive.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account number may not be valid for the specific transaction type or may not be allowed in the current context (e.g., it may not be a valid G/L account for the transaction).
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how account numbers are handled, leading to automatic substitutions.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in data entry can lead to the system not recognizing the intended account number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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