How To Fix 1G227 - There Is An Account Balancing That First Has To Be Restarted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 227

• Message text: There Is An Account Balancing That First Has To Be Restarted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G227 - There Is An Account Balancing That First Has To Be Restarted ?

  The SAP error message 1G227, "There Is An Account Balancing That First Has To Be Restarted," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account balancing in the General Ledger (G/L) or during the posting of financial documents. This error indicates that there is an account balancing process that needs to be restarted before you can proceed with your current transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Balancing Process: The error usually arises when there is an incomplete or interrupted account balancing process. This could happen due to system errors, user interruptions, or issues during the posting of financial documents.
  Locked Entries: If there are locked entries in the system that prevent the completion of the balancing process, this error may occur.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings or in the account determination settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Restart the Balancing Process:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the error occurred and check if there is an option to restart or reprocess the account balancing.
  You may need to use transaction codes like FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) to re-enter or adjust the entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Locked Entries:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locked entries that may be causing the issue. If you find any, you may need to unlock them or contact your system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Review the Error Log:
  
  Check the application log for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SLG1 to view the application log.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Financial team to investigate further. They can check for any underlying issues in the system configuration or database.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help in troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial postings and account balancing to understand the processes involved.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the required actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 1G227 and proceed with your financial transactions in SAP.