How to use CFIN_CGL_SWITCH - Central clearing of GL open items

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: CFIN_CGL_SWITCH

  Description: Central clearing of GL open items

  Release: S/4HANA only

• • Program: FIN_CFIN_CGL_SWITCH

    Screen: 1000

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• SAP Tcode: CFIN_CGL_SWITCH - Central clearing of GL open items

  
  Overview:
  SAP transaction code CFIN_CGL_SWITCH is used to centrally clear open items in the General Ledger (GL) of an SAP system. This transaction code is used to clear open items in the GL that have been created due to postings from other modules such as Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). 
  
  Functionality:
  The CFIN_CGL_SWITCH transaction code allows users to centrally clear open items in the GL. This means that the open items can be cleared without having to manually enter each individual item. This transaction code also allows users to select specific criteria for clearing open items, such as a specific company code or a specific document type. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use:
  1. Enter the transaction code CFIN_CGL_SWITCH into the command field. 
  2. Select the company code for which you want to clear open items. 
  3. Select the document type for which you want to clear open items. 
  4. Select the criteria for clearing open items, such as a specific posting date or a specific account number. 
  5. Click on “Execute” to start the clearing process. 
  6. Review the list of open items that will be cleared and click on “Clear” to confirm the clearing process. 
  7. The clearing process is now complete and all selected open items have been cleared from the GL. 
  
  Other Recommendations:
  It is recommended that users review all open items before clearing them with this transaction code, as it is not possible to undo a clearing once it has been completed. Additionally, users should ensure that they have sufficient authorization to use this transaction code before attempting to clear any open items in the GL.