How To Fix FBICRC_MAIN012 - Display categories &1 and &2 contain identical data records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBICRC_MAIN - ICR: Main Message Class

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Display categories &1 and &2 contain identical data records

What causes this issue?

According to the category definition, some of the selected data records
are contained in both categories. This affects the calculated total
amounts.

System Response

The system issues a warning message.

How to fix this error?

You can run transaction
<DS:TRAN.FBRC009>FBRC009</> to define categories. Keep in mind that
some of the data records are displayed in both categories.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBICRC_MAIN012 - Display categories &1 and &2 contain identical data records ?

  The SAP error message FBICRC_MAIN012 indicates that there are identical data records in the display categories specified in the message. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with reconciliation or clearing accounts.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that two or more display categories contain the same data records. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There may be duplicate entries in the underlying data that are being processed or displayed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the display categories or the reconciliation process may lead to the same records being included in multiple categories.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicates being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FBICRC_MAIN012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the data records in the specified display categories to identify any duplicates. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to view the relevant tables.
  If duplicates are found, you may need to remove or consolidate them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the display categories in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correct and that they do not overlap in a way that would cause identical records to be displayed.
  You can access the configuration settings through the SPRO transaction and navigate to the relevant sections for Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the duplicates are due to data migration, consider running a data cleansing process to remove or correct the duplicate records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBICRC (for reconciliation) and others that may help in analyzing the data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FBICRC_MAIN012 for any known issues or fixes.
  Data Tables: Understand the data tables involved in the reconciliation process, such as BSIK (Accounting Document Segment) and BSAK (Accounting Document Segment: Cleared Items).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.