How To Fix FAGL_MIG272 - Document &1 (&2/&3) was not posted in ledger &4; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Document &1 (&2/&3) was not posted in ledger &4; see long text

What causes this issue?

FI document &V1& was <ZH>not</> posted in ledger &V4&. The ledger was
probably not assigned to the company code until after the document was
posted.

System Response

Document &V1& <ZH>cannot</> be reversed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_MIG272 - Document &1 (&2/&3) was not posted in ledger &4; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG272 indicates that a specific document was not posted in the specified ledger. 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, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The ledger in question may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the posting may not be allowed in the specified ledger.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the document may be closed or not open for the specified ledger.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing or incorrect account assignments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified ledger.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG272 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ledger is correctly configured and activated in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for the New G/L.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type used for the posting is valid for the specified ledger. You can check the allowed document types in the ledger settings.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period for the document is open in the specified ledger. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being migrated for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified ledger. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by clicking on the error message in the SAP GUI to get additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes such as FAGL_MIG0 (for migration) and FAGL_MIG1 (for migration logs) to monitor and troubleshoot migration issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on migration issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on New G/L migration for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.