How To Fix BS_UPLOAD018 - The begin balance &1 is not equal to the end balance &2 of last statement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The begin balance &1 is not equal to the end balance &2 of last statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_UPLOAD018 - The begin balance &1 is not equal to the end balance &2 of last statement ?

  The SAP error message BS_UPLOAD018 indicates a discrepancy between the beginning balance and the ending balance of the last statement during a bank statement upload process. This error typically arises when the balances do not match, which can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and reconciliation.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data may have been entered in the bank statement or in the previous statement.
  Missing Transactions: Transactions that should have been included in the previous statement may have been omitted.
  Incorrect Closing Balance: The closing balance from the previous statement may have been incorrectly calculated or recorded.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments made to the balances may not have been properly reflected in the system.
  Timing Issues: Transactions that were posted after the last statement was generated may not be accounted for.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Balances: Check the beginning and ending balances of the last statement in the SAP system against the actual bank statement to ensure they match.
  Reconcile Transactions: Review the transactions included in the last statement to ensure all relevant transactions are accounted for.
  Correct Data Entry: If discrepancies are found, correct any data entry errors in the bank statement or in the SAP system.
  Adjust Balances: If necessary, make adjustments to the balances in the system to reflect the correct amounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the bank statement documentation and SAP configuration settings to ensure that the upload process is set up correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FF67 (for manual bank statement entry) or FEBAN (for bank statement processing) to review and correct the entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bank Statement Processing: Understanding how bank statements are processed in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues. Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes and processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to bank statement processing that may address this error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to bank statements and balances in SAP.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training for users involved in bank statement processing to minimize errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.