How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST080 - New General Ledger Accounting is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 080

• Message text: New General Ledger Accounting is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST080 - New General Ledger Accounting is not active ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST080 indicates that the New General Ledger Accounting (New G/L) is not active in your SAP system. This can occur when you attempt to perform operations that require the New G/L functionality, but the system is still configured to use the classic General Ledger.
  Cause:
  
  New G/L Not Activated: The New General Ledger Accounting has not been activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The company code or controlling area may not be set up to use the New G/L.
  System Version: The version of SAP you are using may not support New G/L, or it may not have been properly upgraded.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the New General Ledger Accounting. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Check Activation Status:
  
  Go to transaction code OBY6 (Activate New G/L).
  Check if the New G/L is activated for your company code.
  
  
  
  Activate New G/L:
  
  If it is not activated, you can activate it by following the steps in the configuration:
  
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger > Migration > Activate New G/L.
  Follow the prompts to activate it for the relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the New G/L are completed. This includes settings for ledgers, document types, and other related configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed steps on activating New G/L.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform tests to ensure that the New G/L is functioning correctly and that you can perform the required transactions without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Activate New G/L
  OBGL: General Ledger Accounting Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Financial Accounting documentation for more details on New G/L features and configurations.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Financial Accounting team for further assistance.