How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG118 - Leading ledger was reset to &1

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: 118

• Message text: Leading ledger was reset to &1

What causes this issue?

A transport request containing a changed Customizing setting was
imported into this system. A ledger different to &V1& is identified as
the <LS>leading</> ledger. However, the prerequisites for changing the
leading ledger are not fulfilled in this system.

System Response

The change was not made. The leading ledger in this system is still &V1&
.

How to fix this error?

In the <DS:TRAN.FAGL_SLL_LOG_ACTUAL>Overview of Switch Project</>, check
the messages generated during the import. Correct the errors and import
the transport request again.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG118 - Leading ledger was reset to &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG118 indicates that the leading ledger in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting has been reset to a specific ledger, denoted by &1. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there are issues related to the configuration of ledgers or when certain settings are not aligned with the expected configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The leading ledger may have been incorrectly configured in the system settings. This can happen if there are changes made to the ledger settings or if the system is not properly set up to recognize the leading ledger.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that require the system to reset the leading ledger to maintain data integrity.
  Migration or Upgrade Issues: If the system has recently undergone a migration or upgrade, it may lead to discrepancies in ledger settings.
  User Actions: Manual changes made by users in the configuration settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the ledgers in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that the leading ledger is correctly defined and that all related settings are properly configured.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB22 (for ledger settings) to verify and adjust the settings for the leading ledger.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the data that may have led to the reset of the leading ledger.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if any recent changes were made to the ledger settings that could have triggered this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ledger configuration and error messages for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22, OB37, and FAGL3 for ledger management and reporting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG118 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.