FAGL_POSTING020 - Error when activating ledger-specific postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Error when activating ledger-specific postings

What causes this issue?

While archiving FI documents, the system wrote open items from table
<AB>BSEG_ADD</> to the archive. You now want either to mark these items
as archived in table <AB>FAGLBSIS</> or to delete them from table
<AB>FAGLBSIS</>.
However, open items are not allowed to be archived.

System Response

Archiving terminates.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP, since this is an error in archiving.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POSTING020 - Error when activating ledger-specific postings ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POSTING020 typically occurs when there is an issue with activating ledger-specific postings in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing settings, or inconsistencies in the ledger setup.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The ledger may not be properly configured to allow for ledger-specific postings.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings for the ledger or the company code.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the specific ledger.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account being used may not be assigned to the correct ledger or may not allow for ledger-specific postings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform ledger-specific postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledger in transaction code OB22 or SPRO.
  Ensure that the ledger is activated for the company code and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code settings are consistent with the ledger settings.
  Check if the company code is assigned to the correct ledger.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the ledger you are trying to post to. You can check this in transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account being used in the posting. Ensure that it is assigned to the correct ledger and that it allows for ledger-specific postings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform postings in the specific ledger. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB22: Configuration for ledgers.
  OB52: Manage posting periods.
  SU53: Check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on ledger-specific postings and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.