How To Fix FAGL_COFI017 - New General Ledger Accounting is active. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_COFI - Messages for Real-Time Integration CO->FI

• Message number: 017

• Message text: New General Ledger Accounting is active. See long text

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to activate the reconciliation ledger in controlling
area &V1&.

System Response

New General Ledger Accounting is active. For this reason, see
<DS:TX.FAGL_COFI_RECONCILIATION>Interplay between Reconciliation Ledger
and New General Ledger Accounting</>.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can use real-time integration instead of the
reconciliation ledger.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_COFI017 - New General Ledger Accounting is active. See long text ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_COFI017 indicates that the New General Ledger Accounting (New G/L) is active in your SAP system, and it typically arises when there are issues related to the configuration or data entry in the context of the New G/L.
  Cause:
  
  New G/L Activation: The error occurs when you attempt to perform certain transactions or processes that are not compatible with the New G/L or when the system expects certain configurations that are not met.
  Configuration Issues: There may be missing or incorrect configurations in the New G/L settings, such as document types, account assignments, or ledger settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entries in financial documents or master data that do not comply with the New G/L requirements can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the New G/L is properly configured. This includes checking the settings for document types, ledgers, and account assignments.
  Use transaction code OBY6 to review the settings for the New G/L.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Verify that the document types you are using are compatible with the New G/L. You can check this in the configuration settings for document types.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data (such as G/L accounts, cost centers, etc.) is correctly set up for use with the New G/L. This includes checking the account groups and their settings.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  If you are using specific transaction codes, ensure that they are compatible with the New G/L. Some older transaction codes may not work as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message usually has a long text that provides additional details about the issue. You can view this by clicking on the message or using transaction code SE91 to look up the message class and number.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that transactions can be processed without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  New G/L Features: The New G/L offers features such as parallel accounting, segment reporting, and improved financial reporting capabilities.
  Migration: If you are migrating from Classic G/L to New G/L, ensure that all necessary steps in the migration process have been completed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and guides on New G/L for detailed information on configuration and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.