FAGL_POST_SERVICE018 - Function not permitted for leading ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POST_SERVICE - Messages for Package FAGL_POSTING_SERVICES

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Function not permitted for leading ledger

What causes this issue?

You have to perform this function for all ledgers with the exception of
the leading ledger. You must <ZH>not</> make this setting for the
leading ledger.

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?

For the leading ledger, you define the document types and the assigned
number ranges in Customizing under <LS>Define Document Types (of Entry
View)</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE018 - Function not permitted for leading ledger ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE018 indicates that a function is not permitted for the leading ledger in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to perform an operation that is not allowed for the leading ledger, which is the primary ledger used for financial reporting in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The leading ledger may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Posting Restrictions: Certain types of postings or transactions may be restricted for the leading ledger due to company policy or system settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being executed may not be allowed for the leading ledger, such as certain adjustments or corrections.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the leading ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the leading ledger in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary settings are in place for the transactions you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are trying to post is allowed for the leading ledger. Consult the documentation or your SAP administrator to confirm this.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action on the leading ledger.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Ledger:
  
  If the operation is not permitted for the leading ledger, consider using a non-leading ledger if applicable and if it meets your reporting requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the details of the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Leading Ledger: In SAP, the leading ledger is the primary ledger used for financial reporting. It is typically used for statutory reporting and must comply with local accounting standards.
  Non-Leading Ledger: These are additional ledgers that can be used for different reporting requirements, such as management accounting or different accounting principles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB50, F-02) that may be involved in the posting process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_POST_SERVICE018 error and implement a suitable solution.