How To Fix 1E130 - End balance of account &1 was not zero on closure date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1E - BCA: Account

• Message number: 130

• Message text: End balance of account &1 was not zero on closure date

What causes this issue?

On closure date the final account balance does not equal zero. For this
reason the account cannot be closed.

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?

Start the closure run again or make the balance zero with a manual
posting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1E130 - End balance of account &1 was not zero on closure date ?

  The SAP error message 1E130 indicates that the end balance of a specified account (denoted by &1) is not zero on the closure date. This error typically arises during the year-end closing process in financial accounting when the system checks that all accounts have been properly balanced before closing the fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Transactions: There may be transactions that have not been cleared or settled, leading to a non-zero balance in the account.
  Open Items: There could be open items in accounts receivable or accounts payable that have not been processed.
  Incorrect Posting: There may be incorrect or incomplete postings that have not been adjusted or reversed.
  Pending Adjustments: Adjustments or corrections that are pending may also contribute to a non-zero balance.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings in the financial module may lead to discrepancies in account balances.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Account Transactions: Check the account specified in the error message for any outstanding transactions. Use transaction codes like FBL3N (for G/L accounts) or FBL1N (for vendor accounts) to review open items.
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items, ensure they are cleared. This may involve processing payments, creating necessary adjustments, or reversing incorrect postings.
  Adjust Postings: If there are incorrect postings, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the account balance reflects the correct amounts.
  Run Reports: Utilize financial reports to identify discrepancies. Reports such as the Trial Balance or Balance Sheet can help in identifying where the issues lie.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your finance or accounting team for further investigation and assistance.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the account are correct and that there are no issues with the account setup in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N, FBL1N, FBL5N (for customer accounts), and FS00 (for G/L account master data).
  Year-End Closing Process: Understand the steps involved in the year-end closing process in SAP, including the importance of ensuring all accounts are balanced.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed procedures on handling year-end closing and account reconciliation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.