Changing an Account From One Object Code to Another


Description of Issue

How can I change the object code on an account with posted transactions?

Context
  • Change General Ledger Account Codes
  • Account Master
  • Chart of Account Segments
  • Chart Manager
Cause

Object Code was entered incorrectly when created in Chart of Account Segments and paired with Org Code in Account Master

Resolution

This process can only be completed when ALL users are off the system. Recommendation is to test in a non-Live environment first.

Financials > General Ledger Menu > Setup/Chart of Accounts > Change General Ledger Account Codes

  1. Click Account Change 
  2. Enter Account Information
  3. Accept 
  4. Process
Additional Information

The new account will carry the history of the old account

Change Org Code Number

Change Segment tied to Org Code