How To Fix MQ746 - Subgroup &1 (ledger &2) not yet locked in year &3 for version &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 746

• Message text: Subgroup &1 (ledger &2) not yet locked in year &3 for version &4

What causes this issue?

Subgroup &V1& is managed in ledger &V2&. Status management in year &V3&
and version &V4& has not yet been locked for subgroup &V1&. It is no
longer possible to make postings in previous years after changing over
the group currency to euro and therefore the status is checked before
the changeover.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Lock subgroup &V1& for &V3& and version &V4& in status management.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ746 - Subgroup &1 (ledger &2) not yet locked in year &3 for version &4 ?

  The SAP error message MQ746 indicates that a specific subgroup (subledger) for a particular ledger has not been locked for a given fiscal year and version. This typically occurs during the closing process when you attempt to post or make changes to financial documents in a period that has not been locked.
  Cause:
  
  Unclosed Fiscal Year: The fiscal year in question has not been closed, and the subgroup is still open for posting.
  Version Not Locked: The specific version of the ledger has not been locked, which means that changes can still be made.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial accounting module that prevent the locking of the subgroup.
  
  Solution:
  
  Lock the Subgroup: You need to lock the subgroup for the specified fiscal year and version. This can typically be done through the transaction code OB52 (for defining posting periods) or through the financial closing cockpit.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the fiscal year and version are correctly set up. This includes checking the settings in the controlling area and ensuring that the periods are defined correctly.
  Close the Fiscal Year: If the fiscal year is not yet closed, you may need to complete the necessary closing activities before you can lock the subgroup.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OB52: For managing posting periods.
  F.01: For financial statement reporting.
  S_ALR_87012301: For balance sheet reports.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to lock periods and make changes to financial documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.