How To Fix FAGL_POSTING017 - Only select accounts for clearing specific to ledger groups

FAGL_POSTING017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POSTING - Messages for FAGL_POSTING EhP3 Relating to New Functions

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Only select accounts for clearing specific to ledger groups

What causes this issue?

The transactions <LS>Post with Clearing for Ledger Group</> (<AB>FB05L
</>) und <LS>Clear G/L Account for Ledger Group</> (<AB>FB1SL</>) can
only be used to clear items on accounts with open item management
specific to ledger groups.

System Response

You cannot use the account.

How to fix this error?

To clear items on accounts with ordinary open item management, use the
transactions <LS>Clear G/L Account</> (<AB>FB1S</>) or <LS>Post with
Clearing</> (<AB>FB05</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

FAGL_POSTING017 - Details

• The SAP error message FAGL_POSTING017 indicates that there is an issue with the accounts being selected for clearing in the context of ledger groups. This error typically arises when you attempt to clear accounts that are not allowed for the specific ledger group you are working with.
  
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The accounts you are trying to clear may not be configured for the specific ledger group. In SAP, different ledger groups can have different rules and configurations regarding which accounts can be used for clearing.
  Clearing Settings: The clearing settings for the ledger group may restrict certain accounts from being cleared together.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are using may not be compatible with the accounts selected for clearing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Configuration: Verify the configuration of the accounts you are trying to clear. Ensure that they are set up correctly for the ledger group in question. You can do this by checking the account