How To Fix FGL_PRE_CHECK036 - Substitution for Event 60 (Reconcil. ledger: Acct determ.) obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FGL_PRE_CHECK - Pre Transition Check FI-GL

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Substitution for Event 60 (Reconcil. ledger: Acct determ.) obsolete

What causes this issue?

Substitutions for Event 60 (Reconciliation ledger: Acct determination.)
are not called anymore.

System Response

In S/4HANA Accounting and Controlling are based on the same table ACDOCA
(instead of separate tables like COEP and FAGLFLEXA/BSEG). It is
therefore not possible to change the G/L accounts in FI only: The
accounts in Controlling and Accounting documents are per definition
identical.
The possibility to use a substitution for changing the G/L accounts for
a CO posting is obsolete. The substitution for event 60 is not called
anymore.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction OKC9 to delete substitutions for event 60
(Reconciliation ledger: Acct determination.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FGL_PRE_CHECK036 - Substitution for Event 60 (Reconcil. ledger: Acct determ.) obsolete ?

  The SAP error message FGL_PRE_CHECK036 indicates that there is an issue with the substitution for Event 60, which is related to the reconciliation ledger and account determination. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction that involves account determination, but the substitution rule for this event is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Substitution Rules: The substitution rule for Event 60 has been marked as obsolete in the system. This can happen if the rule was deactivated or if there have been changes in the configuration that affect its validity.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the financial accounting module or the reconciliation ledger settings may lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The necessary settings for account determination or the reconciliation ledger may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substitution Rules:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB28 (Substitution) and check the substitution rules for Event 60.
  Ensure that the rule is active and correctly configured. If it is marked as obsolete, you may need to create a new substitution rule or reactivate the existing one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the reconciliation ledger and account determination. This can be done in the following transaction codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration for the reconciliation ledger.
  OBD2: Account determination settings.
  
  
  Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the reconciliation ledger and account determination to understand any recent changes or updates that may affect your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the account determination works as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Event 60: This event is part of the account determination process in SAP, which is crucial for financial transactions.
  Substitution: Substitution rules in SAP allow for the automatic replacement of certain values in financial documents based on predefined criteria.
  Reconciliation Ledger: This is a component in SAP that helps in managing and reconciling accounts, ensuring that financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FGL_PRE_CHECK036 error and ensure that your account determination process functions correctly.