How To Fix FAGL_REORGANIZATION705 - Transaction &1 must be completed and blocked in prior period &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_REORGANIZATION - Reorganization

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Transaction &1 must be completed and blocked in prior period &2

What causes this issue?

With the period lock selected,
<DS:GLOS.3526B665AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>business transaction</> &V1&
is currently permitted for period &V2&. This period direcly precedes the
period for the reorganization &V4&.
However, in the period for the reorganization &V4&, postings cannot be
made to Controlling with business transaction &V1& (technical name: &V3&
) until all postings for transaction &V3& are completed for prior period
&V2&.
Examples of such transactions are settlement and overhead calculation.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that business transaction &V1& has been completed for period &V2&
.
Lock this business transaction using transation <LS>Change Period Lock
</> (<AB>OKP1</>).
The transaction can be made in period &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION705 - Transaction &1 must be completed and blocked in prior period &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION705 indicates that a transaction (identified by &1) must be completed and blocked in a prior period (identified by &2) before you can proceed with the current transaction. This error typically arises in the context of financial closing processes, particularly when dealing with the General Ledger (G/L) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Transactions: The transaction you are trying to execute is dependent on a prior period transaction that has not been completed or has not been properly closed.
  Blocking Period: The system requires that certain transactions be finalized and blocked in the previous period to ensure data integrity and consistency in financial reporting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial closing process that require certain transactions to be completed before moving on to the next period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Complete Prior Transactions: Check the transaction identified by &1 and ensure that it is completed in the prior period &2. This may involve reviewing any open items or pending entries that need to be finalized.
  Block the Period: If the prior period is still open, you may need to block it to prevent further changes. This can usually be done through the financial closing cockpit or by using transaction codes like OB52 (for period closing).
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the financial closing process. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's policies and procedures.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message, as it may provide additional context or steps tailored to your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FAGLB03 (G/L Account Balance Display), FAGLB11 (G/L Account Line Item Display), and OB52 (Maintain Fiscal Year Variants).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FAGL_REORGANIZATION705 for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Financial Closing Cockpit: Utilize the Financial Closing Cockpit (transaction code FCLO) to manage and monitor the financial closing process effectively.
  
  By addressing the underlying issues that lead to this error, you can ensure a smoother financial closing process and maintain the integrity of your financial data in SAP.