How To Fix FCML005 - Different accounting principles &2 / &4 in company codes &1 / &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCML - Message Class FCML

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Different accounting principles &2 / &4 in company codes &1 / &3

What causes this issue?

In Customizing for the <LS>Multiple Valuation of Cost of Goods
Manufactured</> (in table <AB>FCML_MLCO</>), accounting principle &V2&
has been assigned to company code &V1&, and accounting principle &V4&
assigned to company code &V3&.
However, you can only use <ZH>one</> accounting principle for the
material ledger closing entry.

System Response

The transaction is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Only assign to a costing run plants from company codes that use the same
accounting principle.
Alternatively, enter the same accounting principle for both company
codes for this costing run (in Customizing for the <LS>Multiple
Valuation of Good Manufactured</> under <DS:SIMG.FCML_FIAACO_DC>
Transfer Depreciation from Asset Accounting to Controlling</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCML005 - Different accounting principles &2 / &4 in company codes &1 / &3 ?

  The SAP error message FCML005 indicates that there is a conflict between different accounting principles in the specified company codes. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves multiple company codes that have different accounting principles assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Different Accounting Principles: The error arises when the accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) assigned to the company codes involved in the transaction do not match. Each company code can be configured to follow a specific accounting principle, and if they differ, SAP will not allow the transaction to proceed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of the company codes, leading to inconsistencies in the accounting principles.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being executed may require consistency in accounting principles across the involved company codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code Settings: Review the configuration of the company codes involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are set up with the same accounting principles if the transaction requires it.
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 to check the settings for each company code.
  
  
  Adjust Accounting Principles: If the company codes need to operate under different accounting principles, ensure that the transaction being executed is appropriate for the differing principles. You may need to split the transaction or handle it in a way that respects the accounting principles of each company code.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the implications of changing accounting principles and how it may affect financial reporting.
  Transaction Review: If applicable, review the specific transaction you are trying to execute to ensure it is valid under the current accounting principles of the involved company codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for company code settings) and OBY1 (for defining the global parameters for company codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform actions across multiple company codes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.