How To Fix FAGL_POST_SERVICE013 - Postings to ledger &1 are not permitted with document type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POST_SERVICE - Messages for Package FAGL_POSTING_SERVICES

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Postings to ledger &1 are not permitted with document type &2

What causes this issue?

Only G/L account postings are permitted when postings are made to a
specific ledger. The setting for document type &V2& also allows postings
to be made to other account types.

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?

The following options are available:
Use a document type that is only permitted for G/L account postings.
Change the Customizing settings for the document type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE013 - Postings to ledger &1 are not permitted with document type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE013 indicates that postings to a specific ledger (denoted by &1) are not permitted with the specified document type (denoted by &2). This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting when trying to post a document that is not allowed for the specified ledger or document type.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are trying to use may not be allowed for the specified ledger. This can happen if the document type is configured to be restricted for certain ledgers in the system.
  Ledger Configuration: The ledger itself may have specific settings that restrict certain types of postings or document types.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed for the ledger, preventing any new postings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified ledger with the given document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify if the document type is allowed for the specified ledger. If not, you may need to adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Ledger Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the ledger in the Financial Accounting (FI) module (Transaction Code: OB22).
  Ensure that the ledger is configured to accept postings with the specified document type.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the ledger you are trying to post to. You can check this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified ledger and document type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBA7: Document Type Configuration
  OB22: Ledger Configuration
  OB52: Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Review the user roles assigned to ensure they have the necessary permissions for the actions being performed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.