How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG114 - Cannot change leading ledger; FI-AA (new) not active

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: 114

• Message text: Cannot change leading ledger; FI-AA (new) not active

What causes this issue?

In order for you to change the leading ledger, the following
prerequisites in <LS>Asset Accounting</> (FI-AA) must be met:
You have activated business function <LS>FI-AA, Parallel Valuation</> (
<AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>) in the system.
You have carried out all activities for activating new Asset Accounting
in Customizing for the client.
At least one of the prerequisites has not been met.

System Response

As long as the aforementioned business function and new Asset Accounting
have <ZH>not</> been activated, the system <ZH>cannot</> switch the
leading ledger.

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

If you have <ZH>not</> yet activated the business function <AB>
FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>:
Check whether the prerequisites for activating business function <LS>
FI-AA, Parallel Valuation</> (<AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>) have been met.
If the prerequisites have been met, activate the business function <AB>
FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>.
If you have already activated the business function <AB>
FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>, but you have <ZH>not</> yet activated new Asset
Accounting in this client:
Activate new Asset Accounting as described in Customizing for <LS>Asset
Accounting (new) </>under <LS>Preparation and Activation </>->
<DS:SIMG.T093BSN_PV01_DC>Prepare Asset Accounting (New)</>.
&SEE_ALSO&
Documentation for the business function <AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>

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_LDG114 - Cannot change leading ledger; FI-AA (new) not active ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG114 indicates that there is an issue with changing the leading ledger in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically related to Asset Accounting (FI-AA). The error message states that the "FI-AA (new) not active," which means that the new Asset Accounting functionality is not enabled in your system.
  Cause:
  
  New Asset Accounting Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the new Asset Accounting (FI-AA) functionality has not been activated in your SAP system. This is necessary for certain operations, including changing the leading ledger.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set up for the new Asset Accounting.
  System Version: The version of your SAP system may not support the new Asset Accounting features, or it may require specific updates or patches.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate New Asset Accounting:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Activate New Asset Accounting.
  Follow the steps to activate the new Asset Accounting functionality.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the new Asset Accounting are completed. This includes settings for ledgers, account determination, and other related configurations.
  Verify that the leading ledger is correctly defined and that it is compatible with the new Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Review System Version:
  
  Check if your SAP system version supports the new Asset Accounting. If not, consider upgrading your system or applying necessary patches.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the new Asset Accounting and leading ledger changes for any specific instructions or prerequisites.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the leading ledger can be changed without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Asset Accounting and ledger management, such as OAA3 (for Asset Accounting settings).
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG114 error and successfully change the leading ledger in your SAP system.