How To Fix FCLM_CASH_RCNCLTON021 - Difference exceeds the defined limit or no tolerance group defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCLM_CASH_RCNCLTON -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Difference exceeds the defined limit or no tolerance group defined.

What causes this issue?

In the automatic reconciliation between intraday memo records and
forecasted cash flows, the system has identified a notable difference.
The system decides it is a notable difference due to either of the
following reasons:
The difference has exceeded the limit defined in the relevant tolerance
group for this bank account.
There is no tolerance group defined for this bank account<(>,<)> so any
difference is regarded as important difference.

System Response

The automatic reconciliation for the relevant items is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Check the difference or you can manually reconcile the items.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCLM_CASH_RCNCLTON021 - Difference exceeds the defined limit or no tolerance group defined. ?

  The SAP error message FCLM_CASH_RCNCLTON021 indicates that there is a discrepancy in cash reconciliation that exceeds the defined limit or that no tolerance group has been defined for the reconciliation process. This error typically occurs in the context of cash management and reconciliation processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Difference Exceeds Defined Limit: The cash difference between the expected and actual amounts exceeds the threshold set in the system. This could be due to various reasons such as data entry errors, missing transactions, or discrepancies in bank statements.
  
  
  No Tolerance Group Defined: The system may not have a tolerance group configured for handling minor differences in cash reconciliation. Tolerance groups allow for small discrepancies to be automatically accepted without manual intervention.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Cash Reconciliation Data:
  
  Check the cash reconciliation entries to identify the source of the discrepancy. Look for any missing or incorrectly entered transactions.
  Ensure that all relevant transactions have been posted correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Tolerance Limit:
  
  If the difference is valid and should be accepted, consider adjusting the tolerance limit in the configuration settings. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  You can find the tolerance group settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Payments > Define Tolerance Groups for Employees.
  
  
  
  
  
  Define a Tolerance Group:
  
  If no tolerance group is defined, you can create one. This involves specifying the maximum allowable differences for various types of transactions.
  Ensure that the tolerance group is assigned to the relevant users or processes that will be performing cash reconciliations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring tolerance groups and handling cash reconciliation discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for more detailed troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to review transactions.
  Configuration Settings: Understanding the configuration settings for cash management and reconciliation in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in cash reconciliation are trained on proper data entry and reconciliation processes to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and improve the cash reconciliation process in your SAP system.