How To Fix SAFM_EOPO085 - G/L Account must be specified

SAFM_EOPO085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFM_EOPO - Expenditure Order and Payment Order

• Message number: 085

• Message text: G/L Account must be specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFM_EOPO085 - G/L Account must be specified ?

  The SAP error message SAFM_EOPO085 with the description "G/L Account must be specified" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or postings where a General Ledger (G/L) account is required but not provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a financial document, posting a journal entry, or when working with certain financial modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Account: The most common cause is that the transaction or document being processed does not have a specified G/L account. This could be due to user error or a configuration issue.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to default a G/L account for the transaction type being processed.
  Data Entry Error: Users may forget to enter the G/L account or may enter it incorrectly.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may require specific G/L accounts that are not being met.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the G/L account field