How To Fix FAGL_MIG173 - New General Ledger Accounting is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

• Message text: New General Ledger Accounting is not active

What causes this issue?

New General Ledger Accounting is not active. It is therefore not
possible to implement document splitting subsequently.

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_MIG173 - New General Ledger Accounting is not active ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG173 indicates that the New General Ledger Accounting (New G/L) is not active in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations that require the New G/L functionality, but it has not been enabled in your system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  New G/L Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the New General Ledger Accounting has not been activated in the system.
  System Configuration: The system may still be using the classic General Ledger (G/L) accounting, which does not support the features and functionalities of the New G/L.
  Migration Issues: If you are in the process of migrating from classic G/L to New G/L, this error may occur if the migration has not been completed successfully.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG173 error, you need to activate the New General Ledger Accounting in your SAP system. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Check Current G/L Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code OBY6 to check if the New G/L is activated for your company code.
  
  
  
  Activate New G/L:
  
  If it is not activated, you can activate it by using transaction code OBY6:
  
  Select the company code for which you want to activate the New G/L.
  Choose the option to activate New G/L.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Post-Migration Activities:
  
  If you are migrating from classic G/L to New G/L, ensure that all necessary migration steps have been completed. This may include running the migration report and ensuring that all necessary data has been transferred.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies and prerequisites for activating New G/L are met. This may include checking for open items, ensuring that all necessary configurations are in place, and that there are no outstanding issues in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or guides related to the New G/L activation process for detailed steps and considerations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform testing to ensure that the New G/L is functioning correctly and that you can perform the required transactions without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6 - Activate New G/L
  FAGL_MIG - Migration reports and tools related to New G/L
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team for further assistance.