How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP057 - Posting block on account &1 could not be removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Posting block on account &1 could not be removed

What causes this issue?

The system initiated the removal of the posting block for account &V1&.
The change to the database has not yet been executed.
This situation is not necessarily an error; delays can arise on the
database due to a heavy volume of data.

System Response

The system does not make any repostings.

How to fix this error?

Check the account and remove the posting block manually, if necessary.
Enter the repostings manually. See the log for the document numbers.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP057 - Posting block on account &1 could not be removed ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP057 indicates that there is a posting block on a specific account, which prevents further postings from being made to that account. This error typically arises in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module in SAP, particularly when dealing with the new General Ledger (New GL) functionality.
  Cause:
  The posting block can occur for several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Account Settings: The account may be configured with specific settings that prevent postings, such as being marked as "blocked" for certain types of transactions.
  Period Closing: The posting block may be due to the financial period being closed. If the period is closed, postings to accounts in that period will be blocked.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent postings to specific accounts.
  Account Type: The account type (e.g., asset, liability, expense) may have specific rules that restrict postings.
  Custom Validations: Custom validations or user exits may be implemented that enforce additional posting restrictions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_OP057 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Settings:
  
  Go to the account master data and check if the account is marked as blocked for postings. You can do this using transaction code FS00.
  Ensure that the account is set up correctly for the type of postings you are trying to make.
  
  
  
  Review Period Status:
  
  Check if the financial period is open for posting. You can do this using transaction code OB52 to see the open and closed periods.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it again temporarily to make the necessary postings.
  
  
  
  Examine Document Types:
  
  Review the document type settings to ensure that there are no restrictions on posting to the account in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team:
  
  If there are custom validations or user exits in place, consult with your SAP technical team to understand if any custom logic is causing the posting block.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no other transactions or processes that might be locking the account for postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: Display/Change G/L Account Master Data
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display (to check for any existing postings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the New GL and posting periods for a better understanding of how posting blocks work.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the posting block and take appropriate action to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_OP057 error.