How To Fix FH079 - Changing the balances in local currency is dangerous; acct has a balance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Changing the balances in local currency is dangerous; acct has a balance

What causes this issue?

You want to change the <LS>Balances in local currency only</> field. A
transaction figures balance is still on the account. Some transaction
figures with various transaction currencies may remain in the account
if you change this parameter.

How to fix this error?

Make sure you really want to change this account parameter.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH079 - Changing the balances in local currency is dangerous; acct has a balance ?

  The SAP error message FH079, which states "Changing the balances in local currency is dangerous; account has a balance," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the balances of an account that already has existing balances in local currency. This is a safeguard mechanism in SAP to prevent unintentional errors that could lead to discrepancies in financial reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Balances: The account in question has existing balances in local currency, and SAP is designed to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being performed may involve changing the account type or the currency settings, which is not allowed if there are existing balances.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial module that restrict changes to accounts with balances.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Account Balances: Check the account balances to understand why the error is occurring. If the account has a balance, consider whether it is necessary to change the account settings.
  Clear Balances: If it is appropriate, clear the balances of the account before attempting to make changes. This may involve posting adjustments or transfers to zero out the balance.
  Consult with Finance Team: Engage with your finance or accounting team to determine if the changes are necessary and to understand the implications of changing account settings.
  Use Alternative Methods: If you need to make changes to the account, consider using alternative methods such as creating a new account or using a different transaction type that does not involve changing the local currency settings.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they align with your organization's policies and procedures regarding account management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on account management and error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB50, F-02) that may be involved in the process.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the appropriate roles and permissions to perform such actions in the SAP system.
  Testing in Sandbox: If possible, test the changes in a sandbox environment before applying them in the production system to avoid potential issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance tailored to your specific situation.