How To Fix 1I036 - Execute bal.sht.prep. for postings in former account (bank area &1)

1I036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Execute bal.sht.prep. for postings in former account (bank area &1)

What causes this issue?

Backdated postings exist for which no balance sheet preparation has yet
been performed. This needs doing before balance sheet preparation for
postings with a current date.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I036 - Execute bal.sht.prep. for postings in former account (bank area &1) ?

  The SAP error message 1I036 indicates that there is an issue with executing the balance sheet preparation for postings in a former account, specifically related to a bank area. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting and can occur during the execution of certain financial processes, such as closing periods or preparing financial statements.
  
  Cause:
  The error message 1I036 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Account Configuration: The account in question may not be properly configured for the bank area specified.
  Postings in Former Accounts: There may be postings that are still linked to an account that has been marked as inactive or has been changed in the system.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required data for the balance sheet preparation may be missing or incomplete.
  Period Closing Issues: The financial period may not be properly closed, leading to inconsistencies in account balances.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error 1I036, you can take the following