How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST132 - Do not assign the leading ledger to individual company codes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Do not assign the leading ledger to individual company codes

What causes this issue?

You do not have to assign the leading ledger to individual company
codes; the system automatically makes postings in all company codes.

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_CUST132 - Do not assign the leading ledger to individual company codes ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST132 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of the leading ledger to individual company codes in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to assign the leading ledger (which is usually the primary ledger for financial reporting) to a specific company code, which is not allowed in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the leading ledger in SAP is designed to be a global ledger that is shared across all company codes within a client. Assigning it to individual company codes contradicts the design of the system, which expects the leading ledger to be universal for all company codes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the leading ledger is not assigned to individual company codes. Here are the steps to check and correct the configuration:
  
  
  Check Ledger Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > Ledger > Define Ledgers).
  Review the ledger assignments for your company codes.
  
  
  
  Remove Incorrect Assignments:
  
  If you find that the leading ledger is assigned to specific company codes, you need to remove these assignments. The leading ledger should only be assigned at the client level, not at the company code level.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your configuration aligns with the standard SAP practices. The leading ledger should be set up correctly in the system, and any additional ledgers can be assigned to specific company codes as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant to ensure that your ledger configuration meets your business requirements while adhering to SAP's design principles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that financial transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Leading Ledger: The leading ledger is the primary ledger used for financial reporting in SAP. It is typically used for statutory reporting and is shared across all company codes.
  Additional Ledgers: You can create additional ledgers for specific reporting requirements, and these can be assigned to individual company codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting for further assistance.