How To Fix VFRR059 - Account determ. error in document &1 item &2 for accrual-relevant costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VFRR - SD revenue recognition

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Account determ. error in document &1 item &2 for accrual-relevant costs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VFRR059 - Account determ. error in document &1 item &2 for accrual-relevant costs ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VFRR059 - Account determ. error in document &1 item &2 for accrual-relevant costs
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the posting of accrual-relevant costs when the system cannot determine the correct G/L account for the document item specified (document number &1, item &2). The account determination is missing or incorrect in the configuration, causing the posting to fail.
  In other words, when the system tries to post costs that are relevant for accruals (e.g., in settlement or accrual postings), it needs to find the appropriate G/L account based on the account determination settings. If these settings are incomplete or missing for the combination of cost element, cost object, or other controlling objects, the system throws this error.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or incomplete account determination configuration for accrual-relevant costs.
  Incorrect or missing assignment of cost elements to G/L accounts in the controlling area.
  The cost element used in the document is not assigned to a G/L account in the relevant controlling area.
  The controlling area or company code settings are inconsistent or incomplete.
  The document item references a cost element or cost object that does not have a valid account determination.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check Account Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction OKB9 (Maintain Cost Element to G/L Account Assignment).
  Verify that the cost element used in the document item is assigned to a valid G/L account for the controlling area and company code.
  If missing, assign the correct G/L account to the cost element.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Element Master Data:
  
  Use transaction KA03 to display the cost element.
  Check if the cost element is correctly defined and assigned to the appropriate account group.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area and Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly assigned to the company code.
  Use transaction OKKP to verify controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Review Document Item Details:
  
  Check the document &1 and item &2 to identify the cost element and cost object used.
  Confirm that these are valid and have proper account determination.
  
  
  
  Check Accrual Object Settings:
  
  If accrual objects (like accrual types or settlement rules) are involved, verify their configuration.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Document:
  
  After correcting the account determination, repost or reprocess the document.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in processes involving settlement of internal orders, projects, or accrual postings where the system needs to post to specific G/L accounts.
  Proper account determination is critical for correct financial reporting and controlling.
  Always ensure that master data and configuration are consistent across controlling and financial accounting modules.
  If unsure about the correct G/L account, consult your FI/CO consultant or refer to your organization's chart of accounts and controlling setup.
  
  
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  Error Message
  VFRR059 - Account determination error in document &1 item &2 for accrual-relevant costs
  
  
  Cause
  Missing or incorrect account determination for the cost element in the document item
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain cost element to G/L account assignment in OKB9; verify cost element and controlling area settings
  
  
  Transactions to Use
  OKB9, KA03, OKKP, FB03 (to display document)
  
  
  
  
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