How To Fix 1I551 - You cannot change balance type for balance sheet preparation

1I551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 551

• Message text: You cannot change balance type for balance sheet preparation

What causes this issue?

The balance sheet preparation was not able to process an entry in the
BKKC12 table. You attempted to change the balance type from "Current
Posting Date" to "Backdated Posting", when an error occurred.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I551 - You cannot change balance type for balance sheet preparation ?

  The SAP error message 1I551 ("You cannot change balance type for balance sheet preparation") typically occurs in the context of financial reporting, particularly when dealing with balance sheet preparations in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the balance type for a balance sheet preparation that is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The balance type may be incorrectly configured in the system, or the settings may not allow for changes once the balance sheet preparation has started.
  Locked Period: The financial period may be locked, preventing changes to the balance type.
  Data Consistency: The system may be enforcing data consistency rules that prevent changes to the balance type after certain operations have been performed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for balance sheet preparation in the SAP system. Ensure that the balance types are correctly defined and that the system allows for changes if necessary.
  Unlock Period: If the financial period is