How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 - Subsequent addition of currency &1 requires use of the adjustment service

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Subsequent addition of currency &1 requires use of the adjustment service

What causes this issue?

You are subsequently assigning an additional currency to a non-leading
ledger.

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?

To express existing balances in this additional currency, you need to
use the <LS>Parallel Currency Changeover</> service offered by SAP
System Landscape Optimization (SLO).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 - Subsequent addition of currency &1 requires use of the adjustment service ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 indicates that there is an issue related to the subsequent addition of a currency to a ledger in the General Ledger Accounting (FI-GL) module. This error typically arises when you attempt to add a new currency to a ledger that already has transactions recorded, and the system requires the use of an adjustment service to handle this change.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You are trying to add a currency to a ledger that already has existing postings.
  The system requires an adjustment service to ensure that the financial data remains consistent and accurate after the addition of the new currency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Use the Adjustment Service:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OB22 (or the relevant configuration path) to access the ledger settings.
  Check if the adjustment service is available and enabled for the ledger in question.
  If it is not enabled, you may need to configure it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Add Currency Using the Adjustment Service:
  
  If the adjustment service is available, you can proceed to add the currency using the adjustment service. This typically involves:
  
  Running the adjustment program that allows you to add the currency while ensuring that all existing transactions are adjusted accordingly.
  Following the prompts and instructions provided by the adjustment service to complete the process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Transactions:
  
  Review the existing transactions in the ledger to ensure that they are not causing conflicts with the addition of the new currency.
  If necessary, consult with your finance team to determine if any transactions need to be reversed or adjusted before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 error for specific instructions and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the addition of the currency in a development or test environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB22 - Configuration for ledgers.
  FAGL_LEDGER - General ledger settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes related to FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 for any updates or specific instructions from SAP.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FAGL_LEDGER_CUST085 error and successfully add the new currency to your ledger.