How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK028 - CoCd &1, area &2 posts to GL and must have same validity as ledger &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_CHECK - Message Class for consistency check of CFG objects

• Message number: 028

• Message text: CoCd &1, area &2 posts to GL and must have same validity as ledger &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK028 - CoCd &1, area &2 posts to GL and must have same validity as ledger &3 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK028 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a mismatch in the configuration settings related to the General Ledger (GL) and the Asset Accounting area. This error indicates that the company code (CoCd) and the asset area are trying to post to the GL, but the validity periods do not align with the specified ledger.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Validity Periods: The asset area is configured to post to a specific ledger, but the validity period of the asset area does not match the validity period of the ledger in the General Ledger settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the Asset Accounting or General Ledger areas.
  Inactive Ledger: The ledger that the asset area is trying to post to may be inactive or not properly configured for the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting and General Ledger.
  Ensure that the asset area is correctly assigned to the appropriate ledger and that the validity periods match.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Periods:
  
  Check the validity periods for both the asset area and the ledger. They should be aligned. You can do this in the following paths:
  
  For Asset Accounting: SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Asset Accounting ? Integration with General Ledger ? Define Asset Areas.
  For General Ledger: SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? Prepare G/L Accounts for Posting.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Ledger Settings:
  
  Ensure that the ledger is active and properly configured for the company code in question. You can check this in the ledger settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? Prepare G/L Accounts for Posting ? Define Ledgers.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI-AA consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAYZ (for Asset Area Configuration) and OB22 (for Ledger Configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_CFG_CHECK028 error and ensure that your asset accounting and general ledger configurations are correctly aligned.