How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST034 - You want to activate New General Ledger Accounting. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 034

• Message text: You want to activate New General Ledger Accounting. See long text

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.

INCLUDE FAGL_ACTIVE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

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_CUST034 - You want to activate New General Ledger Accounting. See long text ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST034 typically occurs when there are issues related to the activation of New General Ledger Accounting (New G/L) in the SAP system. This error message indicates that certain prerequisites or configurations are not met, which prevents the activation of New G/L.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise if the necessary configuration settings for New G/L are not completed. This includes settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module and the General Ledger (G/L) settings.
  Existing Data: If there are existing ledgers or data that are not compatible with the New G/L structure, this can trigger the error.
  Inconsistent Settings: Inconsistencies in the settings for ledgers, such as the use of different fiscal year variants or chart of accounts, can also lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes related to the New G/L activation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for New G/L are completed. This includes:
  
  Activating the New G/L in the system settings.
  Configuring the ledgers and ensuring that they are set up correctly.
  Verifying that the fiscal year variant and chart of accounts are consistent across all settings.
  
  
  
  Review Existing Data: If there is existing data in the system, review it to ensure that it is compatible with the New G/L. You may need to clean up or adjust existing entries.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting to activate New G/L has the necessary authorizations. If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message. SAP Notes can often provide specific instructions or patches that address known issues.
  
  
  Long Text Review: As the error message suggests, review the long text associated with the error for more detailed information. This can provide specific guidance on what might be wrong in your configuration.
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, test the activation in a sandbox environment to identify any potential issues before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBY6 (to activate New G/L) and OBGL (to configure ledgers) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on New G/L activation for detailed steps and prerequisites.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.