How To Fix FAGL_MIG117 - Required entry field &1 for document splitting not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Required entry field &1 for document splitting not found

What causes this issue?

A field in document splitting was defined as a document splitting
characteristic and as a required entry field in
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_ACTIV_SPL1_DC>Customizing for document splitting</>. This
field was found in neither ACCIT nor ACCIT_EXTENSION and therefore could
<ZH>not </>be checked.

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?

Contact SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG117 - Required entry field &1 for document splitting not found ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG117 indicates that a required entry field for document splitting is missing in the context of the migration process for General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error typically arises during the migration of financial data, particularly when transitioning to the new G/L accounting system that supports document splitting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects certain fields to be populated for document splitting, but they are not found in the data being processed. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document splitting configuration may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Incomplete Data: The source data being migrated may lack necessary fields that are required for document splitting.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields from the old system to the new G/L structure may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG117 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Splitting Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document splitting in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that all required fields for document splitting are defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Data:
  
  Analyze the data being migrated to ensure that all necessary fields for document splitting are populated.
  If certain fields are missing, you may need to update the source data or adjust the migration process to include these fields.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Mapping:
  
  If you are using a migration tool or program, check the mapping of fields from the old system to the new G/L structure.
  Ensure that all required fields for document splitting are correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation related to document splitting and migration to ensure compliance with the requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test migration to verify that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in G/L accounting and migration processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria, which is essential for accurate financial reporting.
  Migration to New G/L: The migration process involves transferring data from the classic G/L to the new G/L, which includes additional functionalities like document splitting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FAGL_MIGRATE for migration activities and SPRO for configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the FAGL_MIG117 error effectively.