How To Fix FAGL_MIG229 - Documents for ledger group &1 in CoCode &2 and FYear &3 must be reversed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Documents for ledger group &1 in CoCode &2 and FYear &3 must be reversed

What causes this issue?

For this migration plan, there are ledger-specific postings with ledger
groups that only contain subsequently implemented ledgers but that have
a posting date <ZH>preceding</> the date on which the ledger was
implemented (the migration date). These postings first need to be
reversed.

System Response

The action <ZH>cannot</> be executed.

How to fix this error?

Reverse all postings with ledger groups that only contain subsequently
implemented ledgers but that have a posting date preceding the date on
which the ledger was implemented (the migration date).

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_MIG229 - Documents for ledger group &1 in CoCode &2 and FYear &3 must be reversed ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG229 indicates that there are documents in a specific ledger group, company code, and fiscal year that need to be reversed. This error typically arises during the migration process to the new General Ledger (G/L) accounting in SAP, particularly when using the migration tool for the New G/L.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Unbalanced Documents: There are accounting documents that are not balanced, meaning that the debits and credits do not match.
  Reversal Documents: There are existing reversal documents that need to be processed before the migration can proceed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ledger group or company code may not be correctly configured for the migration process.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the specified fiscal year that need to be cleared or reversed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG229 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Documents: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to identify the specific documents that are causing the issue. Look for any unbalanced or reversal documents.
  
  
  Reverse Unbalanced Documents: If you find any unbalanced documents, you will need to reverse them. You can do this using transaction code FB08 (Reverse Document) or FBRA (Reset Cleared Items).
  
  
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items that need to be cleared, ensure that they are processed accordingly. This may involve clearing customer or vendor accounts.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the ledger group and company code settings are correctly configured in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings for the New G/L are in place.
  
  
  Run Migration Again: After addressing the issues, attempt to run the migration process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03, FB08, FBL3N, and FAGL_MIG for migration-related activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the FAGL_MIG229 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on New G/L migration to ensure that all prerequisites and steps are followed correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.