How To Fix USMDZ3221 - &1 &2 Check the account assignments for both items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ3 - Nachrichtenklasse zum UI des User-Interfaces

• Message number: 221

• Message text: &1 &2 Check the account assignments for both items

What causes this issue?

When specifying the contra item for a financial reporting item, both of
these items must have the same accounts assigned to them.
The assigned accounts must have the same account category and each
account must have only one of the two debit and credit indicators. The
identical account for the contra item must have the opposite (debit or
credit) indicator.

System Response

If this check is performed at the edition level, you cannot save this
financial statement item. If the check is performed at the change
request or single maintenance level, this message is merely a warning
and you can save the data.

How to fix this error?

Check the account assignments for the present financial statement item
and its contra item and make sure that the correct opposing indicators
are set for the respective accounts
To set the debit and credit indicators, use the context menu of the
corresponding account or interval in hierarchy maintenance. You access
the respective screen for single accounts by choosing the menu option
<LS>Change Hierarchy Attributes</> or for intervals by choosing the menu
option <LS>Change Interval</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3221 - &1 &2 Check the account assignments for both items ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3221 typically indicates an issue with account assignments in a transaction, particularly when dealing with materials or services in the context of SAP Materials Management (MM) or SAP Controlling (CO). The message suggests that there is a discrepancy or inconsistency in the account assignments for the items involved in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Account Assignments: The error usually arises when the account assignments for the items in a transaction do not match or are not properly configured. This can happen if:
  
  One item is assigned to a different cost center or internal order than the other.
  The account assignment category is not compatible with the item type.
  There are missing or incorrect entries in the master data (e.g., material master, vendor master).
  
  
  
  Missing Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system for account assignments may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation of purchase orders, invoices, or other transactions can also lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignments: Review the account assignments for both items involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are consistent and correctly configured. This includes:
  
  Verifying that both items are assigned to the same cost center, internal order, or project.
  Ensuring that the account assignment categories are compatible.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the relevant master data for the materials or services involved. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to account assignments. This may involve checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  Account assignment categories
  Cost center and internal order settings
  Material type settings
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related account assignment configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or MIRO (Invoice Verification) to check the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to make changes to account assignments.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.