How To Fix RTC_FLUP_01020 - Group chart of accounts required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_FLUP_01 - Flexible Upload

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Group chart of accounts required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_FLUP_01020 - Group chart of accounts required ?

  The SAP error message RTC_FLUP_01020, which states "Group chart of accounts required," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when a transaction or process requires a group chart of accounts to be specified, but it is either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Group Chart of Accounts: The system expects a group chart of accounts to be defined for the company code or the relevant financial transaction, but it has not been set up.
  Configuration Issues: The group chart of accounts may not be assigned correctly in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  Transaction Context: The specific transaction you are trying to execute may require a group chart of accounts, which is not applicable in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Group Chart of Accounts:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting > General Settings > Define Chart of Accounts.
  Ensure that a group chart of accounts is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Group Chart of Accounts:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if the group chart of accounts is assigned to the relevant company code.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting > General Settings > Assign Company Code to Chart of Accounts and ensure that the group chart of accounts is linked to the company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Settings:
  
  Review the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute to ensure that it is compatible with the group chart of accounts.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for that transaction to understand its requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring charts of accounts and understanding their role in financial transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX15 (for defining charts of accounts) and OX16 (for assigning company codes).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the chart of accounts configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RTC_FLUP_01020 error and ensure that the group chart of accounts is properly set up in your SAP system.