How To Fix FAGL_CL015 - Maintain balance sheet account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CL - Cash Ledger

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Maintain balance sheet account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_CL015 - Maintain balance sheet account ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CL015, which states "Maintain balance sheet account," typically occurs in the context of the New General Ledger (New GL) when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a balance sheet account to be defined for a specific account or configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The balance sheet account has not been defined in the system for the specific account or account type you are trying to use.
  Account Type: The account you are trying to post to is not set up as a balance sheet account in the chart of accounts.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment in the transaction does not correspond to a valid balance sheet account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_CL015 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or FS00) to check the account settings.
  Ensure that the account you are trying to post to is configured as a balance sheet account. The account type should be set to "Balance Sheet" (typically, this is account type "A" for assets, "L" for liabilities, etc.).
  
  
  
  Maintain Balance Sheet Account:
  
  If the account is not set up correctly, you may need to create or modify the account to ensure it is classified as a balance sheet account.
  Ensure that the account is assigned to the correct chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Account Assignment in Transaction:
  
  Review the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that the account assignment is correct and corresponds to a valid balance sheet account.
  
  
  
  Consult with Financial Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  OBY6: Define G/L Account for New GL
  OBD2: Define Account Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring G/L accounts and the New General Ledger.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_CL015 error and successfully post your transactions.