How To Fix FAGL_POST_SERVICE039 - Balance carryforward posting not permitted for company code &, ledger &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POST_SERVICE - Messages for Package FAGL_POSTING_SERVICES

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Balance carryforward posting not permitted for company code &, ledger &

What causes this issue?

The posting of balance carryforward is only possible if a migration plan
(&V3&) exists for the combination of company code (&V1&) and ledger (
&V2&) and if the <ZK>Started</> status has been set.
No balance carryforward postings are possible for completed migration
plans.

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing settings for the migration and, where appropriate,
start the migration for the plan (&V3&).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE039 - Balance carryforward posting not permitted for company code &, ledger & ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE039 indicates that a balance carryforward posting is not permitted for a specific company code and ledger. This error typically arises during the year-end closing process when the system attempts to carry forward balances from one fiscal year to the next.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code or ledger may not be properly configured to allow balance carryforward. This could be due to settings in the fiscal year variant or ledger settings.
  Posting Periods: The posting periods may be closed, preventing any further postings, including balance carryforwards.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the carryforward operation.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the carryforward from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the company code and ledger in the SAP system. Ensure that the fiscal year variant is set up correctly and that the carryforward settings are enabled.
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 to check the settings for the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Periods:
  
  Check if the posting periods for the new fiscal year are open. You can do this using transaction code OB52 to manage the posting periods.
  Ensure that the periods for the carryforward are open and that the fiscal year is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to perform the carryforward has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Run Balance Carryforward Program:
  
  If the configuration and periods are correct, try running the balance carryforward program again. You can do this using transaction code F.16 for the balance carryforward.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, check for any technical issues or inconsistencies in the system. This may involve reviewing logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for any updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration for Company Code
  OB52: Manage Posting Periods
  F.16: Balance Carryforward
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidance on year-end closing and balance carryforward processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_POST_SERVICE039 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.