How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG108 - Local crcy type &1 inconsistent: old leadg ldgr: &2, new leadg ldgr: &3

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: 108

• Message text: Local crcy type &1 inconsistent: old leadg ldgr: &2, new leadg ldgr: &3

What causes this issue?

Different currencies are defined in the ledgers to be switched. To be
able to switch the leading ledger, however, the currency settings for
the ledgers to be switched must be identical.
If this message is sent as an error, the productive indicator is set for
the company code.
If this message is sent as a warning, the productive indicator is <ZH>
not</> set for the company code.

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?

Activate the missing currencies in the ledger that is to become the
leading ledger or switch the currencies if the role of a currency type
(2nd or 3rd local currency) does not match. To do this, utilize the
support of <LS>SAP Landscape Transformation</>. For more information,
see SAP Service Marketplace at <LS>http://service.sap.com/SAPLT</>. Note
that changing the Customizing settings for currencies without the
relevant support would lead to inconsistencies, particularly in the
management of open items, which can prevent the subsequent clearing of
items that are still open.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG108 - Local crcy type &1 inconsistent: old leadg ldgr: &2, new leadg ldgr: &3 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG108 indicates an inconsistency in the local currency type when switching leading ledgers in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error typically arises during the process of changing the leading ledger in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when the local currency settings for the old and new leading ledgers do not match.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Currency Types: The local currency type for the old leading ledger (&2) is different from that of the new leading ledger (&3). This inconsistency can occur if the ledgers were configured with different currency settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the ledgers in the system, such as incorrect settings in the ledger definition or in the company code settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes made to the ledger settings without proper adjustments, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the ledgers in the SAP system.
  Verify that the local currency types for both the old and new leading ledgers are consistent. This can be done in the transaction code OB22 (for defining ledgers) or OBY6 (for company code settings).
  
  
  
  Adjust Currency Settings:
  
  If the local currency types are indeed different, you will need to decide which currency type is appropriate for your business processes and adjust the settings accordingly.
  You may need to consult with your finance team to determine the correct local currency type.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure the Leading Ledger:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reconfigure the leading ledger settings to ensure that they are consistent with the local currency type you wish to use.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no other discrepancies in the ledger settings or in the financial data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB22: Define ledgers
  OBY6: Company code settings
  FAGL_ACTIVATE: Activate new leading ledger
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring ledgers and handling currency settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and experiences shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG108 error and ensure that your leading ledger configurations are consistent.