How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG020 - Switch project cannot be stopped; postings already exist

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: 020

• Message text: Switch project cannot be stopped; postings already exist

What causes this issue?

You want to stop a project for switching the leading ledger. You cannot
do so because ledger-specific postings to the new leading ledger already
exist.

System Response

The project cannot be stopped.

How to fix this error?

Continue with the project or reverse the ledger-specific postings that
were made to the new leading ledger as of the defined switch 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.

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_LDG020 - Switch project cannot be stopped; postings already exist ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG020 indicates that a switch project cannot be stopped because there are already postings that have been made in the system. This typically occurs in the context of the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality in SAP, where a switch project is used to transition from classic General Ledger accounting to New GL.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are financial postings (such as journal entries, invoices, etc.) that have been recorded after the switch project was created. Since the switch project is designed to manage the transition to New GL, any postings made after its initiation can prevent the project from being stopped or reversed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Postings: Determine which postings have been made after the switch project was created. You can do this by reviewing the relevant financial documents in the system.
  
  
  Reverse or Delete Postings: If possible, reverse or delete the postings that are causing the issue. This may involve creating reversal entries for journal entries or deleting invoices, depending on your organization's policies and the nature of the postings.
  
  
  Check for Open Items: Ensure that there are no open items in the accounts that are affected by the switch project. Open items can also prevent the project from being stopped.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about which postings to reverse or delete, consult with your finance team or the responsible accounting personnel to ensure that you are not disrupting any critical financial processes.
  
  
  Retry Stopping the Project: Once the conflicting postings have been addressed, attempt to stop the switch project again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB08 (Reverse Document), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review and manage postings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the New GL and switch projects for additional guidance and best practices.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unable to identify the postings causing the error, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always perform a thorough analysis of the financial postings before making any changes.
  Maintain a backup of important financial data before reversing or deleting entries.
  Ensure that all stakeholders are informed of any changes made to the financial postings to maintain transparency and compliance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG020 error and successfully manage your switch project in SAP.