IDFI_VAT_PR020 - Posting param. G/L account number & does not exist in company &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFI_VAT_PR - VAT Pro-Rata

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Posting param. G/L account number & does not exist in company &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFI_VAT_PR020 - Posting param. G/L account number & does not exist in company & ?

  The SAP error message IDFI_VAT_PR020 typically indicates that there is an issue with the General Ledger (G/L) account number being used in a transaction. The error message suggests that the specified G/L account does not exist in the company code you are trying to post to. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent G/L Account: The G/L account number you are trying to use does not exist in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: The G/L account may exist, but it is not assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Inactive G/L Account: The G/L account may exist but is inactive or blocked for postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the chart of accounts or the assignment of G/L accounts to the company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify G/L Account:
  
  Check if the G/L account number is correct. Ensure that there are no typographical errors.
  Use transaction code FS00 to check if the G/L account exists in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the G/L account is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the G/L account master data.
  If the account is not assigned, you may need to create or modify the G/L account to include the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Activate the G/L Account:
  
  If the G/L account is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in transaction code FS00.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the chart of accounts and ensure that the G/L account is properly set up for the company code.
  Ensure that the account is included in the relevant account determination settings for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to G/L accounts, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OBY6: Company Code Global Data
  OBD2: Assign G/L Accounts to Company Codes
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing G/L accounts and troubleshooting posting errors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IDFI_VAT_PR020 error message in SAP.