How To Fix R$147 - G/L account always required - item with date &1

R$147 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R$ -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: G/L account always required - item with date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R$147 - G/L account always required - item with date &1 ?

  The SAP error message R$147 "G/L account always required - item with date &1" typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction in SAP that requires a General Ledger (G/L) account, but the system cannot find a valid G/L account for the transaction. This error is common in various financial transactions, such as journal entries, invoice postings, or other accounting-related activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The most common cause is that the G/L account is not specified in the transaction. This can happen if the account is not maintained in the relevant master data or if the account is not assigned to the transaction type you are trying to post.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the document type or posting area may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a G/L account not being met.
  Posting Date Issues: The date specified in the error message may relate to