How To Fix FAGL_MIG500 - Migration to new General Ledger Accounting not released; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Migration to new General Ledger Accounting not released; see long text

What causes this issue?

You want to create a <DS:GLOS.D5BDBECA49D92A44BBE18822B23D801E>migration
plan</> for the migration to new General Ledger Accounting.
Migration to new General Ledger Accounting has not yet been released for
your system.

How to fix this error?

Read SAP Note 812919 and contact SAP.

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_MIG500 - Migration to new General Ledger Accounting not released; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_MIG500 indicates that the migration to the new General Ledger Accounting (G/L) has not been released. This typically occurs during the transition from classic G/L to the new G/L in SAP, which is part of the Financial Accounting module.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Migration Not Completed: The migration process to the new G/L has not been fully executed or completed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that have not been properly set up in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the migration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data that need to be resolved before migration can proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_MIG500 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Migration Status: Verify the status of the migration process. You can do this by checking transaction code FAGL_MIGRATION to see if the migration has been executed and if there are any errors reported.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations for the new G/L are completed. This includes settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module and any related components.
  
  
  Run Migration Program: If the migration has not been executed, you may need to run the migration program. This can typically be done using transaction code FAGL_MIGRATE.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the financial data. This can be done using transaction codes like FAGL_MIG_CHECK.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Long Text Review: Review the long text associated with the error message for any specific instructions or additional information that may help in resolving the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FAGL_MIGRATION, FAGL_MIG_CHECK, and OBY6 (for G/L account settings).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on the migration to the new G/L for detailed steps and prerequisites.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and experiences shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_MIG500 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.