How To Fix 1N802 - Only basic sum allowed for Carryforward = Split Debit/Credit

1N802 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1N - BCA: Payment Item Dialog

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Only basic sum allowed for Carryforward = Split Debit/Credit

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1N802 - Details

• The SAP error message 1N802 ("Only basic sum allowed for Carryforward = Split Debit/Credit") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with carryforward balances in the General Ledger (G/L) accounts. This error indicates that there is an issue with how the carryforward is being processed, specifically when it involves split debit and credit entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Split Transactions: The error arises when there are split transactions (i.e., transactions that have both debit and credit entries) that are not allowed for carryforward processing. In SAP, certain configurations or settings may restrict the carryforward of split transactions.
  Account Configuration: The G/L account settings may not allow for carryforward of split entries. This can be due to the account type or the way the account is configured in the system.
  Posting Period: The error can also occur if the posting period is not open for carryforward processing or if there are inconsistencies in the