How To Fix FB711 - Document & : Amounts do not correspond

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 711

• Message text: Document & : Amounts do not correspond

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB711 - Document & : Amounts do not correspond ?

  The SAP error message FB711 ("Document & : Amounts do not correspond") typically occurs during the posting of financial documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the amounts in the document, which can happen for several reasons. Below are the common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Mismatched Amounts: The total debits and credits in the document do not match. In double-entry accounting, every debit must have a corresponding credit.
  Currency Differences: If the document involves multiple currencies, there may be discrepancies due to exchange rate differences or incorrect currency conversion.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts being used may not be set up correctly, or there may be issues with the account types (e.g., using a revenue account where an expense account is expected).
  Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled, the amounts may not be correctly split across the different segments.
  Tax Amounts: If taxes are involved, the tax amounts may not be calculated correctly or may not correspond to the base amounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Amounts: Review the document to ensure that the total debits equal the total credits. Make sure that all line items are correctly entered.
  Verify Currency Settings: If the document involves multiple currencies, check the currency settings and ensure that the exchange rates are correct.
  Review Account Assignments: Ensure that the accounts used in the document are appropriate for the transaction type and that they are correctly configured in the system.
  Examine Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled, check the splitting rules and ensure that the amounts are being split correctly across the segments.
  Check Tax Calculations: If applicable, verify that the tax amounts are calculated correctly and correspond to the base amounts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details and identify discrepancies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, especially those related to document posting and currency settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post the document, as insufficient permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.