How To Fix VHURL409 - Account determination cannot be carried out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Account determination cannot be carried out

What causes this issue?

Account determination cannot be carried out for the statement, as it
contains transactions that have already been matched.

System Response

Account determination terminated.

How to fix this error?

Since the statement contains transactions that have already been
matched, it must already have been assigned to an account. If you want
a different account to be relevant, you must first set the matched
transactions back to 'unmatched'. A new account can then be determined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL409 - Account determination cannot be carried out ?

  The SAP error message VHURL409, which states "Account determination cannot be carried out," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when the system is unable to determine the appropriate accounts for posting due to missing or incorrect configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Account Determination Configuration: The account determination settings for the specific transaction type or business process may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (such as customer, vendor, or material master) may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in account determination.
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: If the system relies on condition records for account determination (e.g., pricing or tax conditions), missing or incorrect records can lead to this error.
  Transaction Type Not Defined: The transaction type being processed may not have a corresponding account determination defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the account determination settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Determination Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the account determination for the specific transaction type is correctly set up.
  For example, in the case of sales and distribution, check the account determination for sales documents.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data related to the transaction (customers, vendors, materials) is correctly maintained and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  If applicable, review the condition records related to pricing, tax, or other relevant areas to ensure they are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Transaction Types:
  
  If the error is related to a specific transaction type, ensure that it is defined in the system and that the necessary account determination settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction and access the account determination settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on account determination for the relevant module (e.g., FI, CO, SD).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic account determination) or OBA7 (for account determination for tax) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Testing: After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the account determination is now functioning correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or technical support for further assistance.