How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING031 - Entity Type should be blank for the entered Account Category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Entity Type should be blank for the entered Account Category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING031 - Entity Type should be blank for the entered Account Category ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING031 indicates that there is an issue with the entity type associated with the account category you are trying to use in your transaction. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Public Sector Management (PSM) or similar modules where specific account categories are defined with certain rules regarding entity types.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An account category is defined in the system that does not require an entity type, but one has been entered.
  The configuration for the account category does not align with the entity type being used.
  There may be a mismatch in the settings or definitions in the configuration of the account categories and entity types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the account category in question. This can typically be found in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant module (e.g., Public Sector Management).
  Verify if the account category is indeed set to allow an entity type. If it should not have an entity type, ensure that the configuration reflects this.
  
  
  
  Review Entity Type Assignment:
  
  If you are entering an entity type, check if it is necessary for the account category you are using. If it is not required, remove the entity type from your entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to account categories and entity types to understand the specific requirements and configurations.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Account Categories:
  
  If possible, try using a different account category that is known to work without issues to see if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and user experiences related to this error.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to avoid impacting production data while troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.