How To Fix RQ268 - G/L account missing for bank account ID & in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 268

• Message text: G/L account missing for bank account ID & in company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ268 - G/L account missing for bank account ID & in company code & ?

  The SAP error message RQ268 indicates that a General Ledger (G/L) account is missing for a specified bank account ID in a particular company code. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process a transaction involving a bank account that has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account Assignment: The bank account in question does not have a corresponding G/L account assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bank account may not be set up correctly in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Company Code Issues: The company code may not have the necessary settings or configurations for the bank account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RQ268 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Bank Account Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code FI12 (or use the menu path: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Bank Accounting > Master Data > Bank Account > Change).
  Enter the bank account ID and company code to check if the G/L account is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign G/L Account:
  
  If the G/L account is missing, you will need to assign a valid G/L account to the bank account.
  Ensure that the G/L account is set up correctly in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is properly configured to use the bank account.
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions that might prevent the bank account from being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about which G/L account to assign, consult with your finance or accounting team to determine the appropriate account based on your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FI12 (Bank Account), OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods), and FS00 (G/L Account Master Data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring bank accounts and G/L accounts.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to bank account and G/L account configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RQ268 error and ensure that your bank account is properly configured in SAP.