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How To Fix FAGL_REORGANIZATION049 - You want to change the profit center; however, &1 is being reorganized


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FAGL_REORGANIZATION - Reorganization

  • Message number: 049

  • Message text: You want to change the profit center; however, &1 is being reorganized

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  • What causes this issue?

    You are trying to change the profit center. However, since object &V1&
    (with object key &V4&) is currently being reorganized in
    <DS:DE.FAGL_R_PLAN>reorganization plan</> &V2&, changing the profit
    center can lead to inconsistencies in Financial Accounting.

    System Response

    Processing is terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    If you want to check how the profit center is changed during the
    reorganization, contact the user responsible: &V3&.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION049 - You want to change the profit center; however, &1 is being reorganized ?

    The SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION049 indicates that you are trying to change the profit center for a financial document, but the document is currently being reorganized. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there are ongoing processes that affect the data integrity of the profit center assignments.

    Cause:

    The error arises when:

    • A reorganization process is running for the profit center or the related financial data.
    • The system is preventing changes to ensure data consistency during the reorganization process.
    • The profit center is locked for changes due to ongoing background jobs or processes.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:

    1. Check Background Jobs:

      • Go to transaction code SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be running related to the profit center reorganization. Look for jobs that are processing financial data or reorganizing profit centers.
    2. Wait for Completion:

      • If you find that a reorganization job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete before attempting to change the profit center again.
    3. Review Lock Entries:

      • Use transaction code SM12 to check for any lock entries related to the profit center. If there are locks that are no longer needed, you may be able to delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
    4. Check for Open Periods:

      • Ensure that the accounting periods are open for the transactions you are trying to modify. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or use a different approach to make the changes.
    5. Consult with Basis Team:

      • If you are unable to identify any running jobs or locks, consult with your SAP Basis team. They may have additional tools or insights into what might be causing the reorganization lock.
    6. Review Configuration:

      • If this issue persists, review the configuration settings for profit center accounting to ensure that there are no settings that could be causing this behavior.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SM37 (Job Monitoring)
      • SM12 (Lock Entries)
      • FAGL (General Ledger Accounting)
    • Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on profit center accounting and reorganization processes.
    • SAP Notes:

      • Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.

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