How To Fix FAGL_ZERO_BAL010 - A special ledger can only be maintained when the New GL is not active

FAGL_ZERO_BAL010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_ZERO_BAL -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: A special ledger can only be maintained when the New GL is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_ZERO_BAL010 - A special ledger can only be maintained when the New GL is not active ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_ZERO_BAL010 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a special ledger while the New General Ledger (New GL) is active. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform operations related to special ledgers in a system where the New GL functionality is enabled.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the New GL functionality in SAP does not support the maintenance of special ledgers. When the New GL is activated, the system uses a different data structure and accounting approach, which does not allow for the traditional special ledger functionalities that were available in the classic GL.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a couple of options:
  
  
  Deactivate New GL: If your business processes allow it, you can consider deactivating the New GL. However, this is generally not recommended as it may have significant implications on your financial reporting and data structure.
  
  
  Use New GL Features: Instead