How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST006 - Select one representative ledger for a ledger group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Select one representative ledger for a ledger group

What causes this issue?

A ledger group must contain exactly one representative ledger. However,
&V2& representative ledgers are assigned to ledger group &V1&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST006 - Select one representative ledger for a ledger group ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST006 ("Select one representative ledger for a ledger group") typically occurs in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) when working with ledgers in the General Ledger Accounting (G/L) module. This error indicates that the system requires a representative ledger to be selected for a specific ledger group, which is necessary for certain operations, such as reporting or posting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The ledger group you are trying to use does not have a designated representative ledger assigned in the system.
  Multiple Ledgers: If there are multiple ledgers within a ledger group, the system needs to know which one to use as the representative ledger for processing.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute requires a representative ledger to be defined for the ledger group you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a representative ledger is assigned to the relevant ledger group. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Master Data -> Ledger -> Define Ledger Groups.
  
  
  
  Define Ledger Groups:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the ledger group that is causing the issue.
  Check if a representative ledger is assigned. If not, you will need to assign one.
  
  
  
  Assign a Representative Ledger:
  
  Select the ledger group and edit it.
  Choose one of the ledgers in the group to be the representative ledger.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, try to execute the transaction again that previously resulted in the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Ledger Groups: In SAP, ledger groups are used to group multiple ledgers for reporting and processing purposes. Each ledger can have different settings, and a representative ledger is often needed for clarity in reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for defining ledgers) and OB37 (for defining ledger groups).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring ledgers and ledger groups.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or FI consultant for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.