How To Fix CACS_SL004 - Total of New Amounts should be equal to Old Amounts;check entries


CACS_SL004 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CACS_SL - Messages for Settlement lock (Fast Track Approval) Process

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Total of New Amounts should be equal to Old Amounts;check entries

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_SL004 - Total of New Amounts should be equal to Old Amounts;check entries ?
    The SAP error message CACS_SL004, which states "Total of New Amounts should be equal to Old Amounts; check entries," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the total amounts being updated (new amounts) and the original amounts (old amounts) in a transaction or document.
    
    Cause: Data Entry Errors: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the new amounts do not match the old amounts. Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments are made to amounts without ensuring that the totals remain balanced, this error can occur.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant accounts or transaction types that lead to mismatches. Incomplete Transactions: If a transaction is incomplete or not properly saved, it may lead to inconsistencies in the amounts.
    Solution: Verify Amounts: Check the amounts being entered against the original amounts. Ensure that the total

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