How To Fix USMDZ3233 - &1 &2 All assigned accounts must have the same account category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 233

• Message text: &1 &2 All assigned accounts must have the same account category

What causes this issue?

This message is displayed because a different account category is set
for at least one of the accounts set directly or using an interval.
All assigned accounts must have the same account category.

System Response

You can save the changes if this message has the type Warning or
Information.
If the message has the type Error, saving is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Assign accounts with the same account category only.

Procedure for System Administrators

The message type can be configured in Customizing - see view cluster
VC_USMDZ7VALCUST_VAR_USMDZ3.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3233 - &1 &2 All assigned accounts must have the same account category ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3233 indicates that there is a mismatch in the account categories of the accounts assigned to a particular object, such as a cost center, internal order, or another financial object. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) or when managing financial data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to assign multiple accounts to a financial object, but those accounts belong to different account categories. In SAP, account categories define the nature of the accounts (e.g., revenue, expense, asset, liability), and all accounts assigned to a specific object must share the same category to ensure consistency and proper financial reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Accounts: Check the accounts that are currently assigned to the object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report.
  
  
  Check Account Categories: For each account, verify its account category. You can do this by looking at the account master data in the SAP system. Use transaction codes like FS00 (for G/L accounts) to view the details of each account.
  
  
  Standardize Account Categories: Ensure that all accounts assigned to the object have the same account category. You may need to:
  
  Change the account category of one or more accounts to match the others.
  Remove accounts that do not match the required category and replace them with accounts that do.
  
  
  
  Reassign Accounts: After ensuring that all accounts have the same category, reassign them to the financial object.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L account master data), OX15 (for account group settings), and others that may help in managing account categories.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on account categories and their implications in financial reporting.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about which account categories to use or how to proceed, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMDZ3233 error and ensure that all assigned accounts have the same account category.