How To Fix FAGL_ZERO_BAL005 - Clearing of follow-on creates follow-on documents with zero balance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_ZERO_BAL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Clearing of follow-on creates follow-on documents with zero balance

What causes this issue?

A follow-on document with a zero balance is cleared. The follow-on
document contains line items that are zero-balance lines for the
original document. The clearing crosses the balancing entities set in
the document splitting for the creation of follow-on documents.

System Response

If the process continues, an additional follow-on document is created.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can switch this message off in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_ZERO_BAL005 - Clearing of follow-on creates follow-on documents with zero balance ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_ZERO_BAL005 indicates that during the clearing process, follow-on documents are being created with a zero balance. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (G/L) accounts and clearing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Balance Transactions: The error usually arises when there are transactions that do not have a net effect on the account balance, leading to the creation of follow-on documents that do not contribute to the financial statements.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the clearing accounts or the settings related to the clearing process in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data, such as incorrect postings or missing information that leads to zero balance documents being generated.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits in the clearing process, they might inadvertently create zero balance documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Clearing Transactions: Check the transactions that are being cleared to ensure they have valid balances. If there are transactions with zero balances, they should be corrected or removed.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings for the clearing process in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for clearing accounts and document types are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check to identify any inconsistencies or errors in the postings. This may involve running reports or using transaction codes like FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to analyze the entries.
  Adjust Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements, review the logic to ensure it does not inadvertently create zero balance documents. Adjust the code as necessary.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before moving to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  FB03: Display Document
  FAGLB03: Display G/L Account Line Items (New GL)
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on clearing processes and error handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FAGL_ZERO_BAL005 error and implement a solution to prevent the creation of zero balance follow-on documents during the clearing process.