How To Fix FAGL_MIG258 - Account determination &1 has not been defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Account determination &1 has not been defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG258 - Account determination &1 has not been defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG258 indicates that there is an issue with account determination in the context of the migration to the new General Ledger (G/L) accounting. Specifically, it means that a required account determination for a specific account has not been defined in the system's Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises during the migration process when the system attempts to map accounts from the old G/L structure to the new one, but it cannot find the necessary configuration for a specific account. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account determination for the specified account has not been set up in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the old and new accounts is not correctly defined.
  Incomplete Migration Preparation: The migration process may not have been fully prepared, leading to missing configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG258 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for account determination.
  Ensure that the account determination for the specified account (indicated by &1 in the error message) is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Account Determination:
  
  If the account determination is missing, you will need to create it. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Migration -> Define Account Determination.
  Adding the necessary account mappings for the specified account.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  Check the migration settings to ensure that all necessary configurations have been completed.
  Ensure that all required accounts are mapped correctly from the old G/L to the new G/L.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test migration or run the relevant transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the migration process for any additional steps or considerations that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining account determination) or SPRO (to access the IMG).
  Migration Process: Familiarize yourself with the overall migration process to the new G/L, as understanding the context can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_MIG258 error and ensure that your account determination settings are correctly configured for the migration to the new General Ledger.