How To Fix BOE_MESSAGE268 - &1 and &2 are not matched for automatic posting and clearing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOE_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: &1 and &2 are not matched for automatic posting and clearing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE268 - &1 and &2 are not matched for automatic posting and clearing ?

  The SAP error message BOE_MESSAGE268 indicates that there is a mismatch between two entities that are supposed to be automatically posted and cleared in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in accounts receivable or accounts payable processes, where the system expects certain conditions to be met for automatic clearing to occur.
  Cause:
  The error message "BOE_MESSAGE268 &1 and &2 are not matched for automatic posting and clearing" usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Mismatched Document Types: The document types of the transactions being processed do not match, which prevents automatic clearing.
  Different Currencies: The transactions may be in different currencies, which can lead to discrepancies in amounts.
  Inconsistent Account Assignments: The accounts involved in the transactions may not be set up correctly for automatic clearing.
  Open Items: There may be open items that do not meet the criteria for automatic clearing, such as different payment terms or due dates.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for automatic clearing in the SAP system may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Types: Ensure that the document types for the transactions are compatible for automatic clearing. You may need to adjust the document types or create new ones that align with the clearing criteria.
  
  
  Verify Currencies: Confirm that both transactions are in the same currency. If they are not, you may need to convert one of the amounts or adjust the transactions accordingly.
  
  
  Review Account Assignments: Check the account assignments for both transactions to ensure they are correctly configured for automatic clearing. This includes verifying that the accounts are set up in the same clearing group.
  
  
  Examine Open Items: Look at the open items involved in the transactions. Ensure that they meet the criteria for automatic clearing, such as matching amounts, due dates, and payment terms.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for automatic clearing in the SAP system. This may involve checking the clearing rules and ensuring that they are set up correctly in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OB74 for clearing settings).
  
  
  Manual Clearing: If automatic clearing is not possible due to the discrepancies, consider performing a manual clearing of the transactions involved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display), or F-03 (Clear G/L Account) to investigate the transactions further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to automatic clearing processes and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.