How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING027 - Non-stat. Account Category invalid with Stat. Account Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Non-stat. Account Category invalid with Stat. Account Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING027 - Non-stat. Account Category invalid with Stat. Account Type ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING027 indicates that there is an issue with the account category being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that a non-statistical account category is invalid when a statistical account type is expected. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module or similar financial accounting scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Account Category Mismatch: The error usually occurs when a non-statistical account is being used in a context where a statistical account is required. This can happen if the account type is incorrectly configured or if the wrong account is selected in a transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The account settings in the system may not be properly configured to allow for the intended use of statistical accounts.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may require a statistical account, but a non-statistical account has been specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account master data and verify the account type. Ensure that the account being used is set up as a statistical account if that is what is required for the transaction.
  You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to the account master data transaction (e.g., FS00 for G/L accounts) and reviewing the account settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is compatible with the account type you are using. If the transaction requires a statistical account, you need to select an appropriate account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or configuration guides related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., CO-PA) to understand the requirements for account types in various transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the correct account types are available for the transactions you are processing.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on account configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master), OBY6 (for defining account types), and KE4I (for CO-PA settings).
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to financial accounting and controlling in SAP to better understand account types and their usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.