How To Fix FAGL_COFI019 - FI->CO conversion not possible for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 019

• Message text: FI->CO conversion not possible for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

See the documentation on the enhancement
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_COFI019 - FI->CO conversion not possible for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_COFI019 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of financial data from the Financial Accounting (FI) module to the Controlling (CO) module. Specifically, it suggests that the conversion is not possible for a certain characteristic, which is represented by the placeholder &1.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic specified in the error message may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables or incorrect settings in the controlling area.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the FI and CO modules. For example, if the characteristic is not defined in the CO module but is being referenced in the FI data, this error can occur.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the characteristic may not exist or may not be correctly maintained. This includes things like cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or convert the data related to the specified characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_COFI019 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the characteristic in the CO module. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Check for inconsistencies between the FI and CO data. You can use transaction codes like SE16 to view the relevant tables and ensure that the data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., cost centers, profit centers) is correctly maintained and exists in the system. You can check this using transaction codes like KS01 for cost centers or KP01 for internal orders.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FAGL for General Ledger Accounting, KSB1 for cost center reports, and KOB1 for order reports.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to FI-CO integration and data conversion processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FAGL_COFI019 error in your SAP system.