How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST295 - Only one ledger can be specified as commitment/prediction ledger

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 295

• Message text: Only one ledger can be specified as commitment/prediction ledger

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST295 - Only one ledger can be specified as commitment/prediction ledger ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST295 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ledgers in the system, specifically regarding the commitment or prediction ledger. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to assign more than one ledger as a commitment or prediction ledger in the system, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Ledgers Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the system has been configured to allow more than one ledger to be designated as a commitment or prediction ledger, which violates the system's constraints.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) settings where multiple ledgers are incorrectly set up to handle commitments or predictions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for ledgers in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, typically found under Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > Ledger > Define Ledgers.
  Ensure that only one ledger is marked as the commitment or prediction ledger.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If you find that multiple ledgers are set as commitment/prediction ledgers, you will need to adjust the settings to ensure that only one ledger is designated for this purpose.
  Save the changes and exit the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI/CO consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Commitment Ledger: This is a ledger used to track commitments made by the organization, which may not yet be reflected in the actual financial statements.
  Prediction Ledger: This ledger is used for forecasting and predicting future financial performance based on current commitments and other financial data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OB22 (for ledger settings) and SPRO (for configuration) to navigate the settings more efficiently.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your ledger configuration aligns with SAP's requirements.