How To Fix FAGL_COFI018 - CO document &1 / &2 cannot be transferred into FI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: CO document &1 / &2 cannot be transferred into FI

What causes this issue?

Due to error messages, the system could <ZH>not</> transfer CO document
&V2& (controlling area &V1&) to Financial Accounting. The error messages
are stored in the application log. You can display these messages by
calling transaction <DS:TRAN.FAGLCOFILOGDISP>FAGLCOFILOGDISP</> and
entering the value &V3& &V4& as the <DS:DE.BALNREXT>external ID</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can transfer the CO document to Financial Accounting with
transaction <DS:TRAN.FAGLCOFIFLUP>FAGLCOFIFLUP</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_COFI018 - CO document &1 / &2 cannot be transferred into FI ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_COFI018 indicates that a CO (Controlling) document cannot be transferred into FI (Financial Accounting). This error typically arises during the integration of CO and FI modules, particularly when trying to post or transfer documents that have inconsistencies or issues.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Document: The CO document may have inconsistencies or errors that prevent it from being posted to FI.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the controlling area or in the FI settings.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used in the CO document may not be allowed for transfer to FI.
  Currency Issues: There may be currency conversion issues, such as differences in currency settings between CO and FI.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed in FI, preventing the document from being transferred.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may be missing or incorrect.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Consistency: Review the CO document for any inconsistencies or errors. Ensure that all required fields are filled correctly.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings in both CO and FI modules. Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate company code.
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type used in the CO document is configured to allow transfer to FI.
  Currency Settings: Check the currency settings in both CO and FI. Ensure that the currencies are compatible and that any necessary currency conversion is handled.
  Open Posting Period: Verify that the posting period in FI is open for the date of the CO document. If it is closed, you may need to open it or adjust the document date.
  Master Data Verification: Ensure that all required master data is available and correctly configured. This includes cost centers, internal orders, and any other relevant entities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to check the CO document.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation for both CO and FI modules to ensure that you understand the integration points and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in CO and FI integration.