How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 - Project status was changed; new status: &2

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: 205

• Message text: Project status was changed; new status: &2

What causes this issue?

An activity was carried out that resulted in a predefined status being
reached during the course of the switch project. This status switch
enables the next activity in the process flow to be carried out. For
more information, see SAP Library under <LS>General Ledger Accounting
(FI-GL) </>-> <LS>Configuring General Ledger Accounting </>-> <LS>
Parallel Accounting </>-> <LS>Portrayal Using Parallel Ledgers </>->
<LS>Change in Leading Valuation </>-> <LS>Process Flow of Switch Project
</>.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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_LDG205 - Project status was changed; new status: &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 indicates that the status of a project has been changed, and it provides information about the new status. This message typically arises in the context of financial accounting and project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with the General Ledger (G/L) and project-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error message FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 is triggered when there is a change in the status of a project that affects the financial postings or the way the project is managed in the system. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Project Status Change: The project status was manually changed by a user or through a batch job, which may affect the ability to post transactions to that project.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the project configuration or settings that impact how the project is treated in the financial system.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to post to a project that has undergone a status change.
  Integration Issues: If the project is integrated with other modules (like Controlling or Project System), changes in one module can affect the status in another.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Check Project Status: Review the current status of the project in the system. Ensure that the status allows for the type of transactions you are trying to post.
  Review Change Logs: Look at the change logs to understand what changes were made to the project status and when. This can provide insights into why the error occurred.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to post transactions has the necessary authorizations for the project in its current status.
  Consult Configuration: If the project status change was due to configuration changes, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the implications of those changes.
  Revert Status Change: If the status change was not intended, consider reverting the project status to its previous state, if applicable.
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for specific details on project statuses and their implications. If necessary, contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to manage project statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles and authorizations are properly set up in accordance with the project management and financial accounting processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the FAGL_SWITCH_LEAD_LDG205 error message in SAP.