How To Fix FAGL_CL031 - A migration date is already defined for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CL - Cash Ledger

• Message number: 031

• Message text: A migration date is already defined for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_CL031 - A migration date is already defined for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CL031 indicates that a migration date has already been defined for the specified company code. This error typically occurs during the migration process to the new General Ledger (G/L) accounting in SAP, particularly when using the New General Ledger (New G/L) functionality.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to define a migration date for a company code that already has a migration date set. This situation can occur if:
  
  You are trying to run the migration process multiple times for the same company code.
  There was an incomplete or failed migration attempt that left the migration date set.
  The migration date was already defined in a previous configuration step.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_CL031 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Migration Date:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the migration date for the company code in question. This will show you if a migration date is already set.
  
  
  
  Remove or Change Migration Date:
  
  If you need to change or remove the existing migration date, you can do so in the same transaction (OBY6). However, be cautious as this may affect your financial data and reporting.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Steps:
  
  Ensure that you are following the correct steps for the migration process. Review the documentation or guidelines provided by SAP for migrating to the New G/L.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing the migration date or if the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your SAP system has customizations or specific configurations, ensure that these do not interfere with the migration process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration for defining migration dates.
  FAGL_MIGRATION: Transaction for migration to New G/L.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on migrating to the New G/L and handling migration dates.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_CL031 error and proceed with your migration process.