How To Fix FAGL_MIG055 - Document splitting not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Document splitting not active

What causes this issue?

Document spltting is not active.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

To display the document, go to the document display.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG055 - Document splitting not active ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG055, which states "Document splitting not active," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when using the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality in SAP. This error indicates that document splitting, a feature that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria, is not enabled for the relevant company code or ledger.
  Cause:
  
  Document Splitting Not Activated: The most common cause of this error is that document splitting has not been activated for the company code or the ledger you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the New GL settings that prevent document splitting from being utilized.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not support document splitting if it is not configured correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG055 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Document Splitting:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Business Transactions > Document Splitting > Activate Document Splitting.
  Ensure that document splitting is activated for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for document splitting. This includes checking the splitting characteristics and ensuring that the necessary settings are in place.
  Go to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Business Transactions > Document Splitting > Define Document Splitting Characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings are correctly configured to allow for document splitting.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Accounts for Document Splitting.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help notes related to document splitting for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: This feature is used to enhance the reporting capabilities of financial statements by allowing for more detailed line item reporting.
  New General Ledger: The New GL functionality in SAP provides enhanced features for financial accounting, including document splitting, parallel accounting, and more.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (to activate document splitting) and OBA7 (to configure document splitting characteristics).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for specific troubleshooting related to your system version.