How To Fix BS_UPLOAD021 - Total debit amount must be equal to the total debit amount of all items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Total debit amount must be equal to the total debit amount of all items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_UPLOAD021 - Total debit amount must be equal to the total debit amount of all items ?

  The SAP error message BS_UPLOAD021 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the total debit amount specified in the header of a financial document and the total debit amount of all the line items within that document. This error typically occurs during the upload of financial data, such as during a batch input session or when using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench).
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Amounts: The total debit amount in the header does not match the sum of the debit amounts in the line items.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be errors in the data being uploaded, such as missing or incorrect line item amounts.
  Data Formatting Issues: The data format may not be consistent, leading to incorrect calculations.
  Currency Differences: If the document involves multiple currencies, there may be issues with currency conversion or incorrect currency amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data: Check the uploaded data to ensure that the total debit amount in the header matches the sum of the debit amounts in all line items.
  Correct Line Items: If there are discrepancies, adjust the line item amounts or the header amount accordingly.
  Check for Missing Items: Ensure that all relevant line items are included in the upload and that none are missing.
  Review Data Format: Ensure that the data is formatted correctly and that there are no hidden characters or formatting issues that could affect the calculations.
  Currency Consistency: If applicable, ensure that all amounts are in the correct currency and that any necessary conversions have been applied correctly.
  Test Upload: After making corrections, perform a test upload with a smaller dataset to confirm that the issue has been resolved before proceeding with a larger upload.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document) or FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) to manually check the amounts and ensure they are correct.
  Batch Input Sessions: If you are using batch input sessions, you can review the session logs to identify which specific line items are causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on data uploads and the structure of financial documents to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BS_UPLOAD021 error in SAP.