How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST006 - More than one leading ledger found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 006

• Message text: More than one leading ledger found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST006 - More than one leading ledger found ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST006 ("More than one leading ledger found") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of ledgers in the system. This error indicates that the system has identified multiple leading ledgers for a company code, which is not allowed as there should only be one leading ledger per company code in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Leading Ledgers: The primary cause of this error is that more than one ledger has been defined as a leading ledger in the configuration settings for the company code.
  Configuration Issues: This can happen due to incorrect configuration during the setup of the financial accounting module, particularly in the New General Ledger (New GL) settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the ledger configuration, it may lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation > Define G/L Account).
  Verify the configuration of the ledgers for the relevant company code. Ensure that only one ledger is marked as the leading ledger.
  
  
  
  Identify and Remove Duplicate Leading Ledgers:
  
  If you find multiple ledgers marked as leading, you will need to determine which one should be the leading ledger and adjust the settings accordingly.
  You can change the settings by selecting the appropriate ledger and ensuring that only one is set as leading.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, review them to ensure they are not causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the New GL and ledger configuration for any specific guidelines or recommendations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that financial transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB22 (for ledger configuration), OBA7 (for defining leading ledger).
  New General Ledger: Familiarize yourself with the New GL functionality in SAP, as it has specific requirements and configurations that differ from the classic GL.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.