How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP025 - Starting ledger-specific transfer postings in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Starting ledger-specific transfer postings in company code &1

What causes this issue?

The balance on the account is zero at this time.
However, it is also necessary to ensure that the balance is zero in
every existing account assignment for each ledger.

System Response

For this reason, the system makes account assignment transfer postings
to the account in each ledger. In this way, the default account
assignments that were used for writing off amounts are reposted to the
account assignments currently in the ledger. This does not change the
balance of the account.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP025 - Starting ledger-specific transfer postings in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP025 typically occurs when there is an issue with the ledger-specific transfer postings in a company code. This error is often related to the configuration of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting settings in SAP, particularly when dealing with parallel ledgers or when the system is trying to perform postings that are not allowed due to certain settings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may arise if the company code is not properly configured for ledger-specific postings. This includes settings related to the ledgers, such as whether the ledger is active or if the necessary settings for transfer postings are in place.
  Missing Settings: If the necessary settings for the ledger in question are missing or incorrect, the system will not allow the transfer postings to proceed.
  Posting Period Issues: The error can also occur if the posting period is closed or if there are restrictions on posting to certain ledgers during specific periods.
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data related to the ledgers or the company code, this can trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the company code and the ledgers involved. Ensure that the ledgers are correctly set up for transfer postings.
  
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? Preparation for Transfer Postings and verify the settings.
  
  
  Verify Ledger Activation: Ensure that the ledger you are trying to post to is active and configured correctly in the system.
  Check Posting Periods: Make sure that the posting periods are open for the relevant company code and ledger. You can check this in the transaction OB52.
  Review Transfer Posting Settings: Ensure that the settings for transfer postings are correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings for transfer postings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to FAGL_SWITCH_OP025 for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to identify the exact cause without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for posting periods), SPRO (for configuration), and FBL3N (for G/L account line items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_OP025 error in your SAP system.