How To Fix 1FA138 - Balance &1 &2 is negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1FA - Betragskündigungen und Freibeträge

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Balance &1 &2 is negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1FA138 - Balance &1 &2 is negative ?

  The SAP error message 1FA138, which states "Balance &1 &2 is negative," typically indicates that there is a negative balance in a financial account or a specific balance sheet item. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during postings, reconciliations, or when generating reports.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Posting: A transaction may have been posted incorrectly, leading to a negative balance.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can result in negative balances, such as entering a credit amount instead of a debit.
  Timing Issues: Transactions may not have been posted in the correct period, leading to discrepancies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of accounts or settings in the financial module can lead to negative balances.
  Clearing Issues: If there are open items that have not been cleared properly, it may result in a negative balance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Transactions: Check the account in question for any recent transactions that may have caused the negative balance. Look for incorrect postings or data entry errors.
  Adjust Entries: If an error is found, make the necessary adjustments or reversing entries to correct the balance.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the account settings and configurations are correct. This includes checking the account type, posting rules, and any related settings.
  Clear Open Items: If the negative balance is due to open items, ensure that they are cleared appropriately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurred.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate the account details.
  Reports: Running financial reports can help identify discrepancies and provide insights into the account balances.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to view and modify the account in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the negative balance and take appropriate corrective actions.