How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP021 - Document &1 &2 posted with posting date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Document &1 &2 posted with posting date &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP021 - Document &1 &2 posted with posting date &3 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP021 typically occurs in the context of the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality in SAP. This error indicates that a document has been posted with a posting date that is not allowed due to the settings in the system, particularly related to the fiscal year or the period status.
  Cause:
  The error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP021 is triggered when:
  
  A document is posted with a posting date that falls outside the allowed posting periods.
  The fiscal year or period has been closed, preventing further postings.
  The document is being posted in a period that is not open for posting in the New GL settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting period settings.
  Ensure that the posting date of the document falls within an open period. If necessary, you can open the period for posting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Posting Date:
  
  If the document can be posted in a different period, consider adjusting the posting date to a valid open period.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year settings are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variants.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing the posting periods or fiscal year settings, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like FB03 to display the document and verify its details, or FBV0 to reverse the document if needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  FB03: Display Document
  FBV0: Reverse Document
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error.
  Review SAP Help documentation for New GL functionality and posting period management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_SWITCH_OP021 error and implement a solution to resolve it.