How To Fix FAGL_REORGANIZATION053 - &1: Different profit center assigned in multiple periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_REORGANIZATION - Reorganization

• Message number: 053

• Message text: &1: Different profit center assigned in multiple periods

What causes this issue?

The account assignment object &V1& is checked for multiple periods. In
the reorganization plan, a profit center was assigned to this account
assignment object. The reorganization does not affect all checked
periods, meaning that the profit center cannot be determined uniquely.

System Response

The transaction cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Split the transaction for the periods before and after the
reorganization date.

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_REORGANIZATION053 - &1: Different profit center assigned in multiple periods ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION053 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the profit center assignments for a particular account across different periods. This typically occurs during the reorganization of financial data, such as when you are trying to execute a reorganization run in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the same account has been assigned different profit centers in different periods. This inconsistency can occur due to:
  
  Manual Changes: Users may have manually changed the profit center assignment for the same account in different periods.
  Data Migration: During data migration or system upgrades, inconsistencies may arise if profit center assignments are not handled correctly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the profit center accounting settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_REORGANIZATION053 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Account and Periods: Check the specific account and periods mentioned in the error message. You can use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Data) or FAGLB03 (G/L Account Line Item Display) to review the profit center assignments.
  
  
  Review Profit Center Assignments: Look for inconsistencies in the profit center assignments for the specified account across the periods. You can do this by running reports or queries to compare the profit center assignments.
  
  
  Correct the Assignments: 
  
  If you find that the profit center assignments are indeed different, you will need to standardize them. Decide on the correct profit center assignment and update the necessary periods to ensure consistency.
  You can use transaction code KE52 (Change Profit Center) to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Reorganization: After correcting the profit center assignments, attempt to re-run the reorganization process that triggered the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00, FAGLB03, and KE52 for managing G/L accounts and profit centers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_REORGANIZATION053 error and ensure consistent profit center assignments across periods.