How To Fix >3487 - Clearing reason &1 is inconsistent, clearing reason &2 is consistent

>3487 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >3 - Lock management messages

• Message number: 487

• Message text: Clearing reason &1 is inconsistent, clearing reason &2 is consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >3487 - Clearing reason &1 is inconsistent, clearing reason &2 is consistent ?

  The SAP error message 3487 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the clearing reasons used in a financial transaction. Specifically, it suggests that one clearing reason is inconsistent while another is consistent. This typically occurs during the clearing process in accounts receivable or accounts payable when trying to clear open items.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Clearing Reasons: The clearing reason specified for one of the items does not match the expected criteria or configuration in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of clearing reasons in the system.
  The clearing reason used is not allowed for the type of transaction being processed.
  The clearing reason may not be valid for the specific account or transaction type.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when specifying clearing reasons can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not align with standard clearing reason configurations.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Clearing Reason Configuration:
  
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