How To Fix FB777 - DTAUS: Number of line items not equal to control total; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 777

• Message text: DTAUS: Number of line items not equal to control total; see long text

What causes this issue?

&V1& data records of record type 'C' were handed over in the file you
imported. There must be &V2& data records according to the control
total from the fourth field of record type 'E'.
Processing was therefore terminated.
The DTAUS file was not imported into the bank data clipboard. No
postings were generated.

How to fix this error?

Inform your credit institution about the error which has occurred and
let them give you a correct DTAUS file.
No actions are necessary in the SAP System.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB777 - DTAUS: Number of line items not equal to control total; see long text ?

  The SAP error message FB777 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the number of line items in a DTAUS (German payment medium format) file and the control total that is specified in the file. This error typically occurs during the creation or processing of payment files in the DTAUS format, which is used for electronic bank transfers in Germany.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Line Items: The number of line items (individual payment transactions) included in the DTAUS file does not match the control total that is calculated based on the number of line items.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment medium format or the settings in the payment program.
  Data Entry Errors: Errors in data entry or missing line items can lead to discrepancies.
  Technical Issues: Bugs or issues in the SAP system or the payment medium program can also cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Line Items: Review the line items included in the DTAUS file. Ensure that all intended payments are included and that there are no missing or duplicate entries.
  Verify Control Total: Ensure that the control total (the total number of line items) matches the actual number of line items in the file. This can often be found in the header or footer of the DTAUS file.
  Recreate Payment Medium: If discrepancies are found, it may be necessary to recreate the payment medium file. This can be done by re-running the payment program in SAP.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the payment medium format in SAP. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the requirements for DTAUS.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on the DTAUS format and any known issues related to the FB777 error.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payment program or consulting with your SAP technical team to identify any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FBZP (Payment Program Configuration) to check the settings related to payment processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the DTAUS format and the FB777 error.
  Payment Medium Workbench: Familiarize yourself with the Payment Medium Workbench in SAP, which allows for the configuration and generation of payment files.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.