How To Fix USMDZ3330 - &1 &2 Account must be an asset reconciliation or material stock account.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 330

• Message text: &1 &2 Account must be an asset reconciliation or material stock account.

What causes this issue?

G/L account is defined in FI as a balance sheet account.

System Response

Balance sheet accounts cannot be created as cost elements in cost
accounting, except for:
Asset reconciliation accounts
Material stock accounts for valuated sales order stock for sales orders
or projects.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ3330 - &1 &2 Account must be an asset reconciliation or material stock account. ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ3330 indicates that the account you are trying to use must be either an asset reconciliation account or a material stock account. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings or when configuring accounts in the SAP system, particularly in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Material Management (MM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Type: The account you are trying to use in your transaction is not set up as an asset reconciliation account or a material stock account. This can happen if the account is incorrectly configured in the chart of accounts.
  Posting to Wrong Account: You may be attempting to post a transaction that requires a specific type of account, but the account you selected does not meet the criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the account in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the settings for asset accounts or stock accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 to check the account settings.
  Ensure that the account is configured as an asset reconciliation account or a material stock account as required.
  If it is not, you may need to create a new account or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Account:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct account for the transaction you are trying to perform. If you are posting to an asset or material stock, make sure the account is designated for that purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check the type of transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that it aligns with the account type you are using.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or updates that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Record), OAOA (Define Asset Reconciliation Accounts), and OMBT (Define Material Stock Accounts).
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on account types and their configurations.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify accounts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMDZ3330 error and ensure that your financial postings are correctly processed in SAP.