How To Fix FAGL_VALIDATION018 - Validation strategy &1 is assigned to company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Validation strategy &1 is assigned to company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION018 - Validation strategy &1 is assigned to company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION018 indicates that there is an issue with the validation strategy assigned to a specific company code in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises during the posting of financial documents when the system checks the validation rules defined for the company code.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A validation strategy (which is a set of rules for validating financial transactions) is assigned to a company code, but the validation strategy is either not properly configured or is missing certain required elements.
  The validation strategy may not be applicable for the type of transaction being processed.
  There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of the validation rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_VALIDATION018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Validation Strategy Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > Validation > Define Validation.
  Verify that the validation strategy assigned to the company code is correct and active.
  
  
  
  Review Validation Rules:
  
  In the same configuration area, check the specific validation rules associated with the validation strategy.
  Ensure that the rules are correctly defined and that they cover the necessary scenarios for the transactions you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Test the Validation:
  
  Use the transaction code OB28 to test the validation rules. This allows you to simulate postings and see if the validation rules are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Adjust or Create New Validation Rules:
  
  If the existing validation rules are not suitable, you may need to adjust them or create new ones that better fit your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to validation strategies and rules for further guidance on proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If custom logic is implemented via user exits or BAdIs, ensure that they are not interfering with the validation process.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OB28: Maintain Validation
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on validation strategies.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for Financial Accounting and General Ledger Accounting.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FAGL_VALIDATION018 error message.