How To Fix PFM_1279 - Divestiture account is equal to transfer account/removals

PFM_1279 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_1 - Message class for POCLIS

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Divestiture account is equal to transfer account/removals

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 PFM_1279 - Divestiture account is equal to transfer account/removals ?

  The SAP error message PFM_1279, which states "Divestiture account is equal to transfer account/removals," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or financial transactions involving divestitures or transfers. This error indicates that the system has detected that the divestiture account (the account where the asset is being transferred out) is the same as the transfer account or the account used for removals, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The configuration of the asset accounting settings may have been set up incorrectly, leading to the same account being used for both divestiture and transfer/removal.
  Data Entry Error: During the transaction entry, the same account may have been mistakenly selected for both the divestiture and transfer/removal.
  Business Logic Violation: The business rules or logic defined in the system may not allow for the same account to be used for both operations, as it could lead to incorrect financial reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for