How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP028 - Ordinary open item management in company code &1 was activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Ordinary open item management in company code &1 was activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP028 - Ordinary open item management in company code &1 was activated ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP028 indicates that ordinary open item management has been activated for a specific company code, which may not be compatible with certain configurations or processes in your SAP system. This message typically arises in the context of the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Open Item Management Activation: Ordinary open item management has been activated for the specified company code, which may conflict with the settings or requirements of the New GL.
  Incompatibility with Settings: The system may have certain settings or configurations that do not support ordinary open item management for the company code in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger -> Master Data -> Prepare for Migration to New G/L).
  Verify the settings for the company code and ensure that they align with the requirements for open item management.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Ordinary Open Item Management:
  
  If ordinary open item management is not required, consider deactivating it for the company code. This can be done in the same configuration area where it was activated.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If you are migrating to the New GL, ensure that all necessary settings and configurations are correctly set up for the migration process. This includes checking the migration settings for open item management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the New GL and open item management to understand any specific requirements or limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, SPRO, and FBL1N (for vendor line items) or FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to analyze open items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on open item management in the New GL.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration aligns with best practices for using the New GL and open item management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FAGL_SWITCH_OP028 error and ensure that your company code settings are correctly configured for your financial processes.