How To Fix BK508 - The document is not consistent and cannot be posted

BK508 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 508

• Message text: The document is not consistent and cannot be posted

What causes this issue?

The CO document that was generated from the document items you entered
is not consistent.

System Response

The document is not posted.

How to fix this error?

Try to post the document again.
(The inconsistency could be caused by a change to a rate of exchange
made while you were posting the data. If you repeat the transaction,
the system uses the new exchange rate for all document items and the
document is now consistent.)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK508 - The document is not consistent and cannot be posted ?

  The SAP error message BK508, which states "The document is not consistent and cannot be posted," typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the accounting document that prevents it from being posted. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of BK508 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Account Assignment: One or more line items in the document may have missing or incorrect account assignments, such as a missing cost center, profit center, or internal order.
  
  
  Currency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in currency conversion or the use of different currencies in the document.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type used may not be compatible with the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction date.
  
  
  Inconsistent Line Items: The line items may not balance, meaning that the total debits do not equal the total credits.
  
  
  Missing Tax Information: