How To Fix FC158 - There are inconsistencies in ledger &1 (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 158

• Message text: There are inconsistencies in ledger &1 (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Company code &V2& is assigned to <DS:DE.RLDNR>ledger</> &V1&. This
ledger is managed either with a <DS:DE.G_VALUTYP>valuation</> other
than "legal valuation" or in a currency which differs from a cost
accounting object and therefore requires a <DS:DE.KOKRS>controlling
area</>. The assignment of the company code to a controlling area is,
however, deleted when copying.

System Response

The assignment to ledger &V1& is copied.

How to fix this error?

Before the first posting in your target company code, maintain the
assignment of this company code to a controlling area.
Alternatively you can also delete the assignment of the target company
code to ledger &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC158 - There are inconsistencies in ledger &1 (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message FC158 indicates that there are inconsistencies in a specific ledger, which can occur for various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entries in the ledger can lead to inconsistencies.
  Posting Errors: Transactions may have been posted incorrectly, leading to discrepancies in balances.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial accounting module can cause inconsistencies.
  Parallel Accounting: If multiple ledgers are used (e.g., for parallel accounting), inconsistencies may arise between them.
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system itself can lead to inconsistencies in the ledger.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Long Text: The error message FC158 usually comes with a long text that provides more details about the specific inconsistencies. Review this information carefully.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like OB52 (to check posting periods) or S_ALR_87012357 (to check ledger balances) to identify inconsistencies.
  Reconcile Accounts: Perform a reconciliation of the accounts involved to identify discrepancies and correct them.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the financial accounting module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Correct Posting Errors: If specific transactions are identified as problematic, reverse or correct those postings.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial reporting and ledger management, such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help resources for guidance on ledger management and troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities and forums for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies in the ledger that are causing the FC158 error message.