> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.xyb.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.xyb.co/xyb-platform-1/xyb-ledger/api-reference-guides/ledger-setup-and-configuration-apis/account-management-apis.md).

# Account Management APIs

### Create an Account in a Chart

A finance team creates a new account under a specific chart to track transactions for a business unit. This ensures proper financial categorization and reporting within the platform.

{% openapi src="/files/5af2rdQ5h4ZxHvDZfiyJ" path="/api/v1/chart/{name}" method="put" %}
[openapi-ledger.json](https://content.gitbook.com/content/akJn6TxWIBAbZwLlYoVP/blobs/S917VQZQHm6OZGrj1mf5/openapi-ledger.json)
{% endopenapi %}

### List Accounts in a Chart

An admin retrieves all accounts under a specific chart to review financial structures and ensure correct account mappings. This helps with auditing and maintaining financial accuracy.

{% openapi src="/files/5af2rdQ5h4ZxHvDZfiyJ" path="/api/v1/chart/\*/" method="get" %}
[openapi-ledger.json](https://content.gitbook.com/content/akJn6TxWIBAbZwLlYoVP/blobs/S917VQZQHm6OZGrj1mf5/openapi-ledger.json)
{% endopenapi %}

#### **Best Practices for Adding Accounts**

* **Use Consistent Naming:** Clearly define account references (e.g., `MAIN_ACCOUNT`, `REVENUE_ACCOUNT`) to improve readability and maintenance.
* **Plan Wallets Ahead:** Determine the currencies or assets an account will manage before assigning wallets to avoid misconfiguration.
* **Validate Accounts:** Test transactions and verify balances to ensure expected behavior before activating the account for live usage.


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