How To Fix FAGL_SWITCH_OP151 - Date switch must not be between &1 and &2 due to currency translation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SWITCH_OP -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Date switch must not be between &1 and &2 due to currency translation

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Short text
Date switch must not lie between <(>&<)> 1 and <(>&<)> 2 due to currency
translation.
Diagnosis
You use FAGL_ACTIVATE_OP in the analysis phase or when preparing a
currency changeover with an activation date in the fiscal year of the
changeover.
System Response
Activation is not possible.
Procedure
FAGL_ACTIVATE_OP cannot be used when preparing a currency changeover
with an activation date in the year of the currency changeover. For more
information, see SAP Note 1945602.
There are two possible options:
1. You wait until the currency changeover has been completed and then
use FAGL_ACTIVATE_OP with an activation date in the changeover year.
2. You use an activation date from the previous year to the currency
changeover. Note that the 'Perform Reposting' checkbox must be selected
to ensure that the balances from the previous year are not changed.
Example:
The currency changeover takes place in fiscal year 2014 with an actual
changeover date of March 31, 2014. The first day of the fiscal year and
therefore the changeover date is January 1, 2014.
1. You do not start FAGL_ACTIVATE_OP until April 1, 2014 or later and
use an activation date that is later than the currency changeover date
of January 1, 2014.
2. You start FAGL_ACTIVATE_OP before March 31, 2014 with an activation
date of December 31, 2013 (last day of the previous year) and select the
'Perform Reposting' checkbox.

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_OP151 - Date switch must not be between &1 and &2 due to currency translation ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SWITCH_OP151 indicates that a date switch operation cannot be performed because the specified date range overlaps with periods that involve currency translation. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to switch the fiscal year or perform a date change in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Translation: The error arises when the date switch operation is attempted during a period where currency translation is active. This means that there are transactions or postings that require currency conversion, and changing the date could disrupt the integrity of these transactions.
  Open Periods: The specified date range overlaps with open periods in the financial calendar where currency translation is necessary.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent date switches during certain periods, especially if they involve currency translation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Periods: Review the open periods in your financial calendar. Ensure that the date range you are trying to switch does not overlap with any open periods that require currency translation.
  Close Currency Translation: If possible, close any currency translation activities for the periods in question before attempting the date switch.
  Adjust Date Range: Modify the date range for the switch to avoid the periods that are causing the conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's financial policies regarding date switches and currency translation to ensure compliance with best practices.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or Financial Configuration team to review the system settings related to currency translation and fiscal year settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (to maintain open and closed periods) or FAGL_SWITCH (to perform the date switch) to manage your financial periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling currency translation and fiscal year changes.
  Testing: Before making changes in a production environment, consider testing the date switch in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that it does not lead to further issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAGL_SWITCH_OP151 error and successfully perform the necessary date switch operations in your SAP system.