Message type: E = Error
Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG - Technical Changeover of Leading View in General Ledger (New)
Message number: 018
Message text: Prerequisites for switching leading ledger have not been met
You want to carry out a project for switching the leading ledger.
However, the prerequisites for the switch have not been met.
The switch of the leading ledger is not carried out. The existing
leading ledger remains the leading ledger.
In the log for this activity or in the <DS:TRAN.FAGL_SLL_LOG_ACTUAL>
overview of the switch project</>, check the messages for the
prerequisites. Ensure that all prerequisites have been met prior to the
switch.
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.
The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG018 indicates that certain prerequisites for switching the leading ledger in the General Ledger Accounting (FI-GL) module have not been met. This error typically arises when attempting to change the leading ledger configuration in the system, which is a critical task that requires careful consideration of various settings and data. Causes of FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG018 Incomplete Configuration: The leading ledger may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the ledger itself, such as the chart of accounts, fiscal year variant, and other related configurations. Open Periods: There may be open periods in the current fiscal year that prevent the switch. The system does not allow changes to the leading ledger if there are open periods that could be affected. Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved before the switch can be made. This could include issues with balances, postings,
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