How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING359 - Missing account category code for Intercompany line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Missing account category code for Intercompany line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING359 - Missing account category code for Intercompany line ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING359 indicates that there is a missing account category code for an intercompany line in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar financial transactions. This error typically arises during the posting of intercompany transactions where the system expects a specific account category code to be defined for the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account category code may not be defined in the configuration settings for intercompany transactions.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the accounts involved in the intercompany transaction may not have the necessary account category code assigned.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be correctly set up to handle intercompany postings.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings in CO-PA: The settings in the Profitability Analysis module may not be correctly configured to handle intercompany transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for intercompany accounting and ensure that the account category codes are defined correctly.
  Ensure that the account category codes are assigned to the relevant accounts in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the accounts involved in the intercompany transaction.
  Ensure that the necessary account category codes are assigned to these accounts.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type being used for the intercompany posting.
  Ensure that it is configured to allow intercompany transactions and that it has the correct account category codes assigned.
  
  
  
  Check CO-PA Settings:
  
  Review the settings in the CO-PA module to ensure that intercompany transactions are properly configured.
  Make sure that the necessary account category codes are included in the CO-PA settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring intercompany transactions and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining account types) or KEI1 (for CO-PA settings) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials or CO-PA.