How To Fix FAGL_VALIDATION301 - Enter &1 as the source field or define a condition for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_VALIDATION -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Enter &1 as the source field or define a condition for &2

What causes this issue?

You have selected group &V3& as a source field but you have not entered
the dependency to &V4&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the validation rule: Enter &V1& (&V4&) as the source field, or
define a condition.
&EXAMPLE&:
If you want to use the source field <LS>Cost Center Group</> (
<AB>COST_CENTER_GRP</>), you need to specify a controlling area. You can
do this by entering <LS>Controlling Area</> (<AB>KOKRS</>) as a new
source field or by specifying a condition on the <LS>Condition</> tab
page for the controlling area to be used.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION301 - Enter &1 as the source field or define a condition for &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_VALIDATION301 typically occurs in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting module when there is an issue with validation rules related to the source fields in financial postings. This error indicates that a required source field has not been entered or that a condition for a specific field has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Field: The error suggests that a mandatory source field (denoted as &1) is not provided in the transaction or posting.
  Undefined Condition: The system expects a condition to be defined for a specific field (denoted as &2), but it has not been set up in the validation rules.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of validation rules in the Financial Accounting module, particularly in the G/L account settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields are filled in the transaction. Specifically, look for the source field that is indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Define Conditions: If the error indicates that a condition for &2 is missing, you may need to define the necessary conditions in the validation settings. This can be done in the configuration settings of the Financial Accounting module.
  Review Validation Rules: Go to the transaction code OB28 (or the relevant configuration path) to review and adjust the validation rules. Ensure that the rules are correctly set up to include the necessary source fields and conditions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the validation rules and how to configure them properly.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB28: Maintain Validation
  OB29: Maintain Substitutions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to validation rules and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_VALIDATION301 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.