How To Fix MSITEM119 - New General Ledger Accounting not active for all selected company codes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSITEM - Line Item Display with ALV, RFITEM**

• Message number: 119

• Message text: New General Ledger Accounting not active for all selected company codes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSITEM119 - New General Ledger Accounting not active for all selected company codes ?

  The SAP error message MSITEM119 indicates that the New General Ledger Accounting (New G/L) is not active for all the selected company codes in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform transactions or run reports that require the New G/L functionality, but the company codes involved are not configured to use it.
  Cause:
  
  New G/L Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the New General Ledger Accounting has not been activated for the company codes you are trying to use.
  Company Code Configuration: The company codes may still be using the classic General Ledger (G/L) instead of the New G/L.
  Transaction Type: The transaction or report you are trying to execute may specifically require the New G/L to be active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MSITEM119 error, you need to ensure that the New General Ledger Accounting is activated for the relevant company codes. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Current Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Migration > Activate New General Ledger Accounting).
  Check the list of company codes and see if the New G/L is activated.
  
  
  
  Activate New G/L:
  
  If the New G/L is not activated for the company codes, you can activate it by following these steps:
  
  In the same configuration area (OBY6), select the company code you want to activate.
  Choose the option to activate the New G/L.
  Follow the prompts to complete the activation process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Activation:
  
  After activation, verify that the New G/L is now active for the company codes by revisiting the configuration screen.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Once activated, try to perform the transaction or report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  New General Ledger Accounting: This is an enhanced version of the classic G/L that allows for more flexible reporting and better integration with other SAP modules.
  Migration: If you are migrating from classic G/L to New G/L, ensure that all necessary steps are followed, including data migration and configuration adjustments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on activating New G/L and understanding its features and benefits.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team, or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.