How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP093 - Account &1/&2 is or was a material stock account; activation not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Account &1/&2 is or was a material stock account; activation not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP093 - Account &1/&2 is or was a material stock account; activation not possible ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP093 indicates that the account specified (Account &1/&2) is or was a material stock account, and therefore, the activation of the new General Ledger (G/L) functionality is not possible for that account. This typically occurs when you are trying to activate the new G/L features in SAP, but the account in question is linked to material management and stock valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Material Stock Account: The account you are trying to activate is a material stock account, which is used for inventory valuation in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Existing Transactions: There may be existing transactions that have been posted to this account, which prevents the activation of the new G/L features.
  Configuration Issues: The account may not be properly configured for the new G/L settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the account in question and check its configuration in the G/L account master data. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the new G/L.
  You can use transaction code FS00 to view and edit the G/L account settings.
  
  
  
  Change Account Type:
  
  If the account is not required to be a material stock account, consider changing its type. However, this should be done with caution and typically requires a thorough analysis of the impact on financial reporting and inventory management.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Material Stock Functionality:
  
  If the account is not actively used for material stock, you may consider deactivating its material stock functionality. This can involve changing the account assignment in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  Work with your SAP functional team (especially those involved with MM and FI) to understand the implications of changing the account type or deactivating its stock functionality.
  
  
  
  Postings Review:
  
  Review any postings made to this account. If there are historical transactions that need to be preserved, consider creating a new account for future postings and gradually transitioning away from the old account.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions for this specific error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OBY6: Define Company Code Global Parameters
  OBD2: Define G/L Account for Document Splitting
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the new G/L and material management to understand the implications of account types and their configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, ensure to test the new configurations in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Always ensure that any changes made are in compliance with your organization's financial policies and procedures, and consider involving your SAP Basis team for any technical changes.