How To Fix VHURL167 - Account and offsetting account are identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Account and offsetting account are identical

What causes this issue?

A transfer posting implicitly involves two separate accounts.

System Response

The transfer posting cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Select an offsetting account that is different to the posting account.
Access the F4-help to find further information on the offsetting
account field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL167 - Account and offsetting account are identical ?

  The SAP error message VHURL167 indicates that there is an issue with the account and offsetting account being identical in a transaction. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings, where the system expects the accounts involved in a transaction to be different.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to post a transaction where the debit and credit accounts (the account and the offsetting account) are the same. This is not allowed in SAP because it would not make sense to debit and credit the same account in a single transaction, as it would effectively cancel itself out.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Review the transaction you are trying to post. Identify the accounts involved in the transaction.
  
  
  Correct the Accounts: Ensure that the debit and credit accounts are different. You may need to:
  
  Change the account in the transaction to a different one.
  Verify if the correct account was selected for the transaction type you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of the accounts involved to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which accounts to use, consult your organization's accounting policies or the relevant SAP documentation.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, attempt to post the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: Understand the types of transactions you are processing (e.g., invoices, payments, adjustments) and the appropriate accounts for each.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help or the specific module documentation for more details on account postings and error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the accounts involved in the transaction.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a financial expert within your organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VHURL167 error and successfully process your transaction.