How To Fix FINS_FI_SIF201 - Ledger &1 is not a standard ledger. Choose a standard ledger

FINS_FI_SIF201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_SIF - SAP S/4HANA Finance: Subsequent Implementation of Functions

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Ledger &1 is not a standard ledger. Choose a standard ledger

What causes this issue?

Only standard ledgers can be used as source ledgers. Ledger &V1& is not
a standard ledger.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a standard ledger as a source ledger. In addition, you can view
the existing ledgers in the IMG Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.FINSVC_LEDGER>Define Settings for Ledgers and Currency Types.
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For further information about ledgers<(>,<)> you can also view the
documentation, which corresponds to this IMG Customizing activity

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FINS_FI_SIF201 - Details

• The SAP error message FINS_FI_SIF201 indicates that the ledger you are trying to use is not recognized as a standard ledger in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting where a standard ledger is required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Standard Ledger: The ledger you are attempting to use is either a custom ledger or has not been properly defined as a standard ledger in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The ledger may not be configured correctly in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the appropriate company code or controlling area.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may only be compatible with standard ledgers, and the system is enforcing this requirement.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Standard Ledger: When prompted by the error message, choose a standard ledger from the available options. Standard ledgers typically include ledgers like "0L" (Leading Ledger) or other predefined ledgers in your SAP system.
  Check Ledger