How To Fix >BAPI037 - Total of items is not zero: clearing is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >BAPI - BAPI Messages for the DX Workbench

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Total of items is not zero: clearing is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >BAPI037 - Total of items is not zero: clearing is not possible ?

  The SAP error message BAPI037: Total of items is not zero: clearing is not possible typically occurs when you are trying to perform a clearing operation (such as clearing open items in accounts payable or accounts receivable) using a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface), but the total amount of the items you are trying to clear does not equal zero. This means that the amounts of the items you are attempting to clear do not balance out.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Amounts: The amounts of the items you are trying to clear do not sum to zero. For example, if you are trying to clear an invoice of $100 with a payment of $80, the total will not be zero.
  Incorrect Item Selection: You may have selected the wrong items for clearing, or there may be additional items that need to be included in the clearing process.
  Currency Differences: If you are dealing with multiple currencies, the amounts may not match due to exchange rate differences.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data being passed to the BAPI, such as incorrect amounts or missing items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Amounts: Review the amounts of the items you are trying to clear. Ensure that the total of the selected items equals zero.
  Adjust Selected Items: If necessary, add or remove items from the clearing operation to ensure that the total matches.
  Verify Currency: If you are working with multiple currencies, ensure that the amounts are converted correctly and that the total is zero in the same currency.
  Review BAPI Input Parameters: Ensure that the input parameters being passed to the BAPI are correct and complete. Check for any missing or incorrect data.
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are manually clearing items, consider using transaction codes like F-32 (for accounts receivable) or F-44 (for accounts payable) to perform the clearing and see if the same error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the required input parameters and expected behavior.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the BAPI you are using.
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, consider debugging the BAPI call to see the exact data being processed and identify any discrepancies.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.