How To Fix FAGL_MIG052 - Entry of a ledger during posting is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_MIG - Migration to New General Ledger Accounting

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Entry of a ledger during posting is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Postings can only have a ledger group specified if one of the following
applies:
New General Ledger Accounting has been activated in the client
A migration plan (&V3&) has been created for the combination of company
code (&V1&) and ledger (&V2&) and has the status <ZK>Started</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG052 - Entry of a ledger during posting is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG052, which states "Entry of a ledger during posting is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the ledger configuration or the posting process that is preventing the entry from being recorded in the specified ledger.
  Causes:
  
  Ledger Configuration: The ledger you are trying to post to may not be configured correctly. This could be due to settings in the ledger itself or in the company code.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed for the ledger you are trying to post to. If the period is closed, no postings can be made.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used for the posting may not be allowed for the specified ledger.
  Migration Issues: If you are migrating from Classic GL to New GL, there may be issues related to the migration process that are causing this error.
  Account Assignment: The account you are trying to post to may not be assigned to the ledger in question.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledger in transaction code OB22 and ensure that the ledger is active and properly configured for the company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period:
  
  Check the posting period status in transaction code OB52 to ensure that the period is open for the ledger you are trying to post to.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is allowed for the ledger. You can check this in the configuration settings for document types.
  
  
  
  Account Assignment:
  
  Verify that the account you are posting to is assigned to the correct ledger. You can check this in the account master data.
  
  
  
  Migration Check:
  
  If you are in the process of migrating to New GL, ensure that all necessary migration steps have been completed successfully. You may need to consult the migration documentation or seek assistance from your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB22: Configuration for ledgers.
  OB52: Configuration for posting periods.
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for New GL and migration processes for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.