How To Fix BQ011 - Total : & < &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BQ - Messages for Budgeting and Planning

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Total : & < &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BQ011 - Total : & < & ?

  The SAP error message BQ011 ("Total: & < &") typically occurs in the context of invoice verification or when dealing with purchase orders and their associated accounting documents. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the total amounts that are expected and the amounts that are actually present in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Mismatch in Amounts: The total amount of the invoice does not match the total amount of the purchase order or the goods receipt.
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies can arise due to exchange rate differences.
  Incomplete Document: The invoice or purchase order may not have been fully processed or may be missing necessary information.
  Tax Calculations: Issues with tax calculations can also lead to discrepancies in totals.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual changes to amounts in the invoice or purchase order that do not reflect in the corresponding documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BQ011 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Amounts: Verify the amounts in the invoice, purchase order, and goods receipt. Ensure that they match.
  Review Currency Settings: If applicable, check the currency settings and ensure that the exchange rates are correctly applied.
  Complete Document Processing: Ensure that all necessary documents (like goods receipts) are completed and posted correctly.
  Tax Configuration: Review the tax configuration to ensure that taxes are calculated correctly and consistently across documents.
  Reconcile Differences: If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the amounts in the invoice or the purchase order to reconcile them.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), MIRO (Invoice Verification), or MIGO (Goods Movement) to review the relevant documents.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to invoice verification and purchase order processing for additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BQ011 error in your SAP system.