How To Fix 68534 - Difference in local currency - clear alternative account & manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 534

• Message text: Difference in local currency - clear alternative account & manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68534 - Difference in local currency - clear alternative account & manually ?

  The SAP error message 68534, which states "Difference in local currency - clear alternative account & manually," typically occurs during the clearing process in financial transactions. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the local currency amounts that cannot be automatically resolved by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Differences: The most common cause is that there are differences in the local currency amounts between the items being cleared. This can happen due to exchange rate fluctuations or incorrect postings.
  Alternative Account Configuration: The system may be configured to use an alternative account for clearing, and there may be issues with how this account is set up or used.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments have been made to the amounts involved in the clearing process, it can lead to discrepancies that the system cannot automatically reconcile.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transactions: Check the individual line items involved in the clearing process. Look for discrepancies in amounts, currencies, or exchange rates.
  Adjust Currency Differences: If there are currency differences, you may need to manually adjust the amounts to ensure they match. This could involve posting a currency adjustment entry.
  Clear Manually: If the system cannot clear the items automatically, you may need to clear them manually. This involves selecting the items and processing the clearing manually in the appropriate transaction (e.g., F-44 for clearing vendor accounts).
  Check Alternative Account Settings: Review the configuration of the alternative account in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it is appropriate for the transactions being processed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-32 (Clear Customer), F-44 (Clear Vendor), and F-03 (Clear G/L Account).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform manual clearing and adjustments in the system.
  Testing: If changes are made to configurations or postings, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant familiar with SAP FI (Financial Accounting) for further assistance.