How To Fix FAGL_VALIDATION020 - First save the new validation strategy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: First save the new validation strategy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION020 - First save the new validation strategy ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION020 typically occurs in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically when dealing with validation strategies in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error indicates that you are trying to execute an action related to a validation strategy that has not yet been saved.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to activate or use a validation strategy that has been modified but not saved.
  The system requires that any changes made to the validation strategy must be saved before they can be applied or executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_VALIDATION020 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Validation Strategy:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you are defining or modifying the validation strategy (usually in transaction code OB28 or similar).
  Ensure that you have made all necessary changes to the validation strategy.
  Click on the "Save" button to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-execute the Action:
  
  After saving the validation strategy, try to execute the action that triggered the error again. This could be activating the validation or running a transaction that relies on the validation strategy.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Errors:
  
  If the error persists after saving, check for any other validation-related errors or issues in the configuration that might need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Validation Strategies: In SAP, validation strategies are used to enforce business rules and checks during the posting of financial transactions. They help ensure data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB28: For defining validation strategies.
  OB29: For defining substitutions.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on setting up and managing validation strategies.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP FI expert for further assistance.