How To Fix FAGL_MIG147 - Required entry field &1 in document splitting was not assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Required entry field &1 in document splitting was not assigned

What causes this issue?

In <DS:SIMG.FAGL_ACTIV_SPL1_DC>Customizing for Document Splitting</> in
General Ledger Accounting, a field has been defined as a required entry
field. However, it was not possible to determine valid account
assignments for this field from either the source ledger in Special
Purpose Ledger nor from the implementation of the Business Add-In (BAdI)
<DS:SIMG.FAGL_MIGR_SUBST>FAGL_MIGR_SUBST</>.

System Response

The line item <ZH>cannot</> be migrated.

How to fix this error?

Since this is a required entry field in document splitting, it must
contain a valid value. If the value cannot be transferred from the
source ledger, check your BAdI implementation of the BAdI
<ZK>FAGL_MIGR_SUBST</>.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG147 - Required entry field &1 in document splitting was not assigned ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG147 indicates that a required entry field in document splitting has not been assigned. This typically occurs during the migration of financial data or when processing financial documents in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module, particularly when document splitting is enabled.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: A required field for document splitting (such as profit center, segment, or cost center) is not filled in the document.
  Configuration Issues: The document splitting configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to missing assignments for certain fields.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration, certain fields may not have been populated correctly, leading to incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG147 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 correctly configured and assigned.
  
  
  
  Review the Document:
  
  Check the specific document that triggered the error. Look for any missing entries in the required fields for document splitting.
  Ensure that all mandatory fields (like profit center, segment, etc.) are filled in.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurs during data migration, review the migration data to ensure that all required fields are populated.
  Use the migration tools or programs to validate the data before executing the migration.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or FB01 (Post Document) to manually enter the document and ensure all required fields are filled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to document splitting and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the document posting again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  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 helps in reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: Configure document splitting.
  OBCE: Define splitting characteristics.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FAGL_MIG147 for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.