How To Fix /SAPPO/FILTER011 - Account could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/FILTER -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Account could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/FILTER011 - Account could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/FILTER011 Account could not be determined typically occurs in the context of the SAP Purchase Order (PO) processing, particularly when the system is unable to determine the appropriate account assignment for a transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The account assignment for the purchase order or the item in the purchase order may not be specified or may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for account determination in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Materials Management (MM) modules may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor master data or material master data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the account.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the purchase order may not have the necessary settings for account determination.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class assigned to the material may not be linked to the correct general ledger accounts in the account determination configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Ensure that the account assignment is correctly specified in the purchase order. If the item is a service, make sure the service category is correctly defined.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for account determination in the following areas:
  
  Transaction code OBYC (for automatic account determination).
  Ensure that the necessary account assignment categories are defined.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Review the vendor and material master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out.
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type used in the purchase order. Ensure that it is configured to allow for the correct account determination.
  Valuation Class: Verify that the valuation class assigned to the material is correctly linked to the appropriate general ledger accounts in the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  OBYC (Automatic Account Determination)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to account determination and purchase order processing for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in MM or FI modules for further assistance.