How To Fix USMD_FIN_S4MIG018 - Group account &1/&2/&3: Statistical indicator must be set.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_FIN_S4MIG -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Group account &1/&2/&3: Statistical indicator must be set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_FIN_S4MIG018 - Group account &1/&2/&3: Statistical indicator must be set. ?

  The SAP error message USMD_FIN_S4MIG018 typically occurs during the migration process when working with group accounts in the context of financial data migration to SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that a statistical indicator must be set for the specified group account.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the group account specified in the message does not have the required statistical indicator set. In SAP, statistical accounts are used for reporting purposes and to track certain financial metrics without affecting the actual financial statements. If the migration process expects a statistical indicator to be set for a group account and it is not, this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the statistical indicator is set for the specified group account. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Group Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and navigate to the relevant transaction code for managing group accounts (e.g., OBY6 for defining group accounts).
  
  
  
  Locate the Group Account:
  
  Find the group account that corresponds to the identifiers provided in the error message (i.e., &1, &2, &3).
  
  
  
  Set the Statistical Indicator:
  
  In the configuration settings for the group account, look for the option to set the statistical indicator. This may be a checkbox or a field where you can specify the indicator.
  Ensure that the statistical indicator is activated or set as required.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Migration:
  
  Once the statistical indicator is set, re-run the migration process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation or help guides related to financial data migration and group account configuration for more detailed instructions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for group accounts) and OBD2 (for account determination) that may be useful in this context.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the migration process, as they may provide additional insights or updates.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the statistical indicator is correctly set for the group account, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your migration successfully.