How To Fix USMDZ3280 - &1 &2 Create G/L account &3 in at least 1 company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 280

• Message text: &1 &2 Create G/L account &3 in at least 1 company code

What causes this issue?

You want to create a primary cost element for a balance sheet account.
This is only possible if the related G/L account &v3& has been created
in at least one company code. Also, each company code must have the
reconciliation account for account type set as <LS>Assets.</>

System Response

The system prevents the creation of the primary cost element.

How to fix this error?

Check and correct your account settings.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3280 - &1 &2 Create G/L account &3 in at least 1 company code ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3280 typically indicates that there is an issue with the creation of a General Ledger (G/L) account in the system. This error message is often encountered during the process of creating or managing G/L accounts in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module.
  Cause:
  The error message USMDZ3280 usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Company Code Assignment: The G/L account you are trying to create is not assigned to any company code. In SAP, every G/L account must be associated with at least one company code to be valid.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered in the fields required for creating the G/L account.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create G/L accounts in the specified company code.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the creation of G/L accounts under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error USMDZ3280, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to at least one company code. You can do this by navigating to the G/L account creation or change transaction (e.g., FS00) and verifying the company code assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check all the fields in the G/L account creation screen to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data entered is valid.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to create G/L accounts. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to G/L account creation. There may be specific rules or restrictions in place that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like FS00 (Create G/L Account) or OX15 (Edit Company Code Data) to manage G/L accounts and ensure proper setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (Create G/L Account), FS01 (Create G/L Account Centrally), and FS02 (Change G/L Account).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on G/L account creation and management.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.