How To Fix FIKW_LOC023 - New GL is not active

FIKW_LOC023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIKW_LOC - FI Localization for Kuwait

• Message number: 023

• Message text: New GL is not active

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FIKW_LOC023 - Details

• The SAP error message FIKW_LOC023 indicates that the New General Ledger (New GL) functionality is not active in your SAP system. This can occur when you attempt to perform operations that require the New GL, but the system is still using the classic General Ledger.
  
  Cause:
  
  New GL Not Activated: The New GL functionality has not been activated in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The company code or controlling area may not be configured to use the New GL.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute is specifically designed for the New GL.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate New GL:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Migration > Activate New General Ledger Accounting.
  Follow the steps to activate the New GL for your company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is set up to use the New GL. You