How To Fix FAGL_CLOCO018 - Changes not saved; data contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_CLOCO - Messages for Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Changes not saved; data contains errors

What causes this issue?

The dataset you want to save contains errors.

System Response

Data with errors cannot be written.

How to fix this error?

Review the reported errors.
Correct the errors before you attempt to save the data again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_CLOCO018 - Changes not saved; data contains errors ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_CLOCO018, which states "Changes not saved; data contains errors," typically occurs during the closing process in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module. This error indicates that there are issues with the data being processed, preventing the system from saving changes.
  Causes:
  
  Data Validation Errors: The data being entered or modified may not meet the required validation rules. This could include incorrect account numbers, missing mandatory fields, or invalid entries.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as mismatched periods, incorrect currency settings, or discrepancies between different ledgers.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the G/L accounting module can lead to errors during the closing process.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the accounts that need to be cleared before closing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions being attempted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Error Log: Review the error log for more detailed information about