How To Fix /SRMERP/OL_COMMON011 - G/L account & not created (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMERP/OL_COMMON -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: G/L account & not created (please check your input)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMERP/OL_COMMON011 - G/L account & not created (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMERP/OL_COMMON011 G/L account & not created (please check your input) typically indicates that there is an issue with the General Ledger (G/L) account you are trying to use in a transaction. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  G/L Account Not Created: The G/L account you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Account Type: The account type may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may exist but is inactive or blocked for postings.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to access or use the specified G/L account.
  Incorrect Company Code: The G/L account may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the G/L account number or related fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 to check if the G/L account exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  Ensure that the account is created in the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Status:
  
  If the account exists, check if it is active. You can do this in the same FS00 transaction by reviewing the account status.
  
  
  
  Review Account Type:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., expense, revenue, asset).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the G/L account. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Company Code:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct company code in your transaction. The G/L account must be valid for the company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Double-check the G/L account number and other related fields for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account Master Data
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  OB52: Check posting periods to ensure that the period is open for posting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to your version of SAP that may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on G/L account management and error handling.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.