FINS_ML_SDM008 - More than one ledger or no ledger in company code &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_SDM - Messages for Material Ledger Silent Data Migration scenarios

• Message number: 008

• Message text: More than one ledger or no ledger in company code &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_SDM008 - More than one ledger or no ledger in company code &1. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_SDM008 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ledgers in the specified company code. Specifically, the error message states that there is either more than one ledger or no ledger defined for the company code in question.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Ledgers: The company code may be configured with multiple ledgers, but the system expects only one ledger to be active for the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  No Ledger Defined: Alternatively, there may be no ledgers defined for the company code, which means that the system cannot determine which ledger to use for financial postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB22 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Account > Prepare G/L Account Creation).
  Verify the ledger settings for the company code in question. Ensure that there is at least one ledger defined.
  
  
  
  Define a Ledger:
  
  If no ledger is defined, you will need to create one. You can do this in the same configuration area where you checked the ledger settings.
  Make sure to assign the ledger to the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings in transaction code OBY6 to ensure that the company code is properly configured to use the correct ledger.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Ledgers:
  
  If there are multiple ledgers, ensure that the correct ledger is set as active for the transactions you are trying to perform. You may need to adjust the settings to ensure that only one ledger is active for the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization’s setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB22 (for ledger configuration), OBY6 (for company code settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FINS_ML_SDM008 and ensure that your company code is properly configured with the necessary ledgers.