How To Fix FG130 - Ledger group-specific clearing only possible for general ledger accounts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FG - Program Error Messages

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Ledger group-specific clearing only possible for general ledger accounts

What causes this issue?

Clearing of accounts within specific ledger groups is only possible for
general ledger accounts. Customer or vendor accounts have also been
selected.

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?

When running ledger group-specific clearing, you must not activate the
following parameters for customers and vendors: <LS>Select Customers,
Select Vendors, </>and<LS> Special G/L Transactions</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FG130 - Ledger group-specific clearing only possible for general ledger accounts ?

  The SAP error message FG130 ("Ledger group-specific clearing only possible for general ledger accounts") typically occurs when there is an attempt to perform a clearing operation that is not allowed due to the configuration of the accounts involved. This error is specifically related to the clearing process in the context of ledger groups in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Account Type: The error usually arises when you are trying to clear a non-general ledger account (like a sub-ledger account) against a general ledger account. Clearing operations are generally restricted to general ledger accounts within the same ledger group.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the accounts or the ledger groups may not allow for the clearing operation you are attempting. This can happen if the accounts are not set up correctly in the chart of accounts or if the ledger group settings do not permit the clearing of certain account types.
  
  
  Posting Period: If the posting period is closed or restricted for certain accounts, it may also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Types: Ensure that both accounts involved in the clearing process are general ledger accounts. If one of the accounts is a sub-ledger account, you will need to adjust your clearing process accordingly.
  
  
  Review Ledger Group Configuration: Verify the configuration of the ledger groups in your SAP system. Make sure that the accounts you are trying to clear are included in the same ledger group and that the clearing settings allow for the operation you are attempting.
  
  
  Adjust Posting Periods: If the error is related to posting periods, check the status of the posting periods for the accounts involved. If necessary, open the posting period or adjust the settings to allow for the clearing operation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance on the configuration of ledger groups and clearing processes.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB52 to check and manage posting periods, and FS00 to review and adjust account settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on clearing operations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the clearing operation has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations and understand the root cause without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FG130 error and implement a solution to resolve it.