How To Fix FAGL_REORGANIZATION708 - Opening this period can lead to inconsistencies due to a reorganization

FAGL_REORGANIZATION708 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_REORGANIZATION - Reorganization

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Opening this period can lead to inconsistencies due to a reorganization

What causes this issue?

You want to open a prior period of a reorganization period. However, a
<DS:GLOS.4991460A31D64651E10000000A421948>reorganization plan</> exists
for which master data has already been reassigned.
If a posting is made in this prior period and with this master data,
inconsistencies could arise.

System Response

With the standard settings, this message has the type <LS>Error Message
</>; consequently, the prior period is <ZH>not</> opened.
However, see the section "&SYS_ADMIN&".

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE FAGL_MESSAGE_CONTROL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FAGL_REORGANIZATION708 - Details

• The SAP error message FAGL_REORGANIZATION708 indicates that there is a potential inconsistency in the financial data due to a reorganization process that has not been completed or is still in progress. This error typically occurs when you attempt to open a financial period that is affected by a reorganization of the General Ledger (G/L) accounts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Reorganization: The error usually arises when a reorganization of the G/L accounts is being processed. This could involve changes to account structures, merging accounts, or other significant modifications that affect how financial data is recorded and reported.
  Period Locking: The system prevents the opening of a financial period if it detects that the reorganization could lead to inconsistencies in the financial data.
  Incomplete Processes: If the reorganization process was started but not completed, it can lead to this error when trying to perform actions that depend on the integrity of the financial data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reorganization Status: Verify if