How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP033 - Changing &1 lines in table BSEG (company code &2, currency &3)

FAGL_SWITCH_OP033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Changing &1 lines in table BSEG (company code &2, currency &3)

What causes this issue?

In an update run, the number of lines is generally larger because the
system also has to consider the clearing and transfer postings.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP033 - Changing &1 lines in table BSEG (company code &2, currency &3) ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP033 typically occurs during the migration or conversion process when you are trying to change line items in the BSEG table. This error is related to the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (G/L) accounts and the transition to the new G/L accounting.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is an attempt to change a certain number of lines in the BSEG table for a specific company code and currency. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from making the required changes.
  Open Items: There might be open items in the BSEG table that are preventing the changes from being applied.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for the changes being attempted, especially if the new G/L is not properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary