How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG014 - Switch project from year &1 is still active; check this project

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG - Technical Changeover of Leading View in General Ledger (New)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Switch project from year &1 is still active; check this project

What causes this issue?

You carried out a project to switch the leading ledger in the year &V1&.
This project is not yet closed.

System Response

As long as the project is not closed, restrictions and checks remain
active in the system, which can affect system runtime.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can close the project.

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_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG014 - Switch project from year &1 is still active; check this project ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG014 indicates that there is an active switch project in the specified year that needs to be addressed before proceeding with certain operations, typically related to the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality. This error often arises during the execution of financial processes or when trying to activate or deactivate certain features in the New GL.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  There is an active switch project for the specified year (denoted by &1).
  The system requires that all active switch projects be completed or deactivated before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Switch Projects:
  
  Go to transaction code SCPR20 (Switch Project Management) or SCPR03 (Switch Project Overview).
  Look for the switch project that corresponds to the year indicated in the error message.
  Verify its status and details.
  
  
  
  Complete or Deactivate the Switch Project:
  
  If the switch project is still in progress, you may need to complete it. This could involve executing necessary steps or configurations as per your organization's requirements.
  If the project is no longer needed, you can deactivate it. This typically involves following the deactivation process outlined in your organization's documentation or SAP notes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the New GL and switch projects for specific instructions on how to handle the switch project.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deactivating a switch project or if you encounter issues, it may be prudent to contact SAP support or consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  New General Ledger (New GL): This is a functionality in SAP that allows for more flexible and comprehensive financial reporting and management.
  Switch Projects: These are configurations that allow organizations to implement new functionalities in the New GL. They can be activated or deactivated based on business needs.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCPR20 - Switch Project Management
  SCPR03 - Switch Project Overview
  OBY6 - Activate New GL
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG014 error and proceed with your financial operations in SAP.