How To Fix VHURL420 - 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: 420

• Message text: Account determination cannot be carried out

What causes this issue?

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System Response

Account determination cannot be carried out.

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 VHURL420 - Account determination cannot be carried out ?

  The SAP error message VHURL420: Account determination cannot be carried out typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the configuration of account determination for certain transactions, particularly in the areas of logistics and financial accounting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account determination settings for the specific transaction or process (like sales, purchasing, or inventory management) may not be properly configured in the system.
  Account Assignment: The system may not be able to find the appropriate accounts for the transaction type due to missing or incorrect account assignment in the configuration.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data (like material master, customer master, or vendor master) that prevent the system from determining the correct accounts.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not have a corresponding account determination setup.
  Missing or Incorrect Condition Records: If the account determination relies on condition records (like pricing or discounts), missing or incorrect records can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for account determination in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management).
  Ensure that the account determination settings are correctly defined for the transaction type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the relevant master data (material, customer, vendor) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the data is complete.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using has been properly configured in the system for account determination.
  
  
  
  Condition Records:
  
  If applicable, check the condition records related to pricing or discounts to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on account determination for the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic account determination) or VKOA (for sales account determination) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VHURL420 error in your SAP system.