How To Fix FGL_MIG_BCF009 - &1 is not a valid source ledger; use the input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FGL_MIG_BCF - SAP S/4HANA Finance Migration: Initial Balance Carryforward

• Message number: 009

• Message text: &1 is not a valid source ledger; use the input help

What causes this issue?

You have specified a source ledger other than ledger <NP>0</> or ledger
<NP>9 </>(additional consolidation ledger) in <LS>General Ledger
Accounting</>. However, you can only transfer opening balances to
<LS>General Ledger Accounting (new)</> from the above-mentioned ledgers.

System Response

You cannot execute the program.

How to fix this error?

Specify either ledger <NP>0 </>or ledger <NP>9 </>as the source ledger
for the transfer of opening balances.

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 FGL_MIG_BCF009 - &1 is not a valid source ledger; use the input help ?

  The SAP error message FGL_MIG_BCF009 indicates that the specified source ledger is not valid. This error typically occurs during the migration process when trying to map or use a ledger that does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Ledger Name: The ledger name you are trying to use may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The ledger may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified ledger.
  Migration Settings: If you are in the process of migrating data, the source ledger may not be set up correctly in the migration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Ledger Name: Verify that the ledger name you are using is correct. You can use the input help (F4) to see a list of valid ledgers.
  Configuration Check: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the ledger is properly defined and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  Transaction Code: OB22 (for checking ledger settings)
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the ledger.
  Review Migration Settings: If you are migrating data, check the migration settings to ensure that the source ledger is correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on ledger configuration and migration processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB22: For ledger configuration.
  FSP0: For managing ledgers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.