How To Fix SAFT_MD_NO002 - A grouping category or grouping code has not been assigned to account &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAFT_MD_NO - SAF-T NO MD messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: A grouping category or grouping code has not been assigned to account &1

What causes this issue?

A grouping code or grouping category has not been assigned to account
<(>&<)>1

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

All reported accounts in SAF-T for Norway are legally required to be
mapped to a Grouping Category/Grouping Code combination.
Please note: The <LS>Grouping Category</> is restricted to the values
contained in the field help, while the <LS>Grouping Code</> depends on
the <LS>Grouping Category</> input.

How to fix this error?

Make Customizing settings in
<DS:SIMG.SN_V_NO_MAP_GRP_CODE>Map Standard Account to Grouping Code</>.
Alternatively, in SPRO go to: Financial Accounting (New) -> General
Ledger Accounting (New) -> Periodic Processing -> Report -> Standard
Audit File - Taxation -> Country-Specific Settings -> Norway and
maintain the <LS>Map Standard Account to Grouping Code</> Customizing
according to the documentation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAFT_MD_NO002 - A grouping category or grouping code has not been assigned to account &1 ?

  The SAP error message SAFT_MD_NO002 indicates that a grouping category or grouping code has not been assigned to a specific account in the system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAF-T (Standard Audit File for Tax) reporting, which is a standard format for the electronic exchange of accounting data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An account that is being processed for SAF-T reporting does not have a grouping category or grouping code assigned to it.
  The grouping category or code is necessary for the proper classification of accounts in the SAF-T file, which is required for compliance with tax regulations in certain countries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a grouping category or grouping code to the affected account. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Account: Note the account number indicated in the error message (represented as &1).
  
  
  Access the Account Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (for G/L accounts) or the relevant transaction for the type of account you are dealing with.
  Enter the account number and company code to access the account details.
  
  
  
  Assign Grouping Category/Code:
  
  In the account master data, look for the fields related to grouping category or grouping code.
  Assign the appropriate grouping category or code based on your organization's accounting policies and the requirements for SAF-T reporting.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the account master data.
  
  
  Re-run the SAF-T Report: After assigning the grouping category or code, try to generate the SAF-T report again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the specific grouping categories and codes that should be used for different types of accounts.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about which grouping category or code to assign, consult with your finance or accounting team, as they will have the necessary knowledge regarding compliance and reporting requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to SAF-T reporting and this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your accounts are properly configured for SAF-T reporting.