How To Fix F=153 - Ledger &1 is not a FI-SL ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F= -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Ledger &1 is not a FI-SL ledger

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F=153 - Ledger &1 is not a FI-SL ledger ?

  The SAP error message "F=153 Ledger &1 is not a FI-SL ledger" typically occurs when you are trying to perform a financial transaction or reporting activity that requires a specific type of ledger, but the ledger you are referencing is not configured as a Financial Statement Ledger (FI-SL) in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Ledger Type: The ledger you are trying to use is not set up as a Financial Statement Ledger (FI-SL). This can happen if the ledger was created for a different purpose or if it was not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: The ledger may not have been assigned the correct settings in the configuration, or it may not be included in the relevant financial statement version.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the ledger name or number being referenced in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the Financial Accounting (FI) settings.
  Check the configuration for ledgers under "Financial Accounting" -> "General Ledger" -> "Master Data" -> "Ledgers" -> "Define Ledgers".
  Ensure that the ledger in question is set up as a Financial Statement Ledger (FI-SL).
  
  
  
  Correct Ledger Usage:
  
  If you are using a ledger that is not intended for FI-SL purposes, switch to the correct ledger that is configured for financial statement reporting.
  
  
  
  Review Financial Statement Versions:
  
  Ensure that the ledger is included in the financial statement version you are trying to use. You can check this in the configuration under "Financial Accounting" -> "Financial Statements" -> "Define Financial Statement Versions".
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on configuring ledgers and financial statement versions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OB22 (for ledger settings), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify ledger settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.