How To Fix FH096 - Check balance sheet control of the acct; acct has a balance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Check balance sheet control of the acct; acct has a balance

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH096 - Check balance sheet control of the acct; acct has a balance ?

  The SAP error message FH096 indicates that there is an issue with the balance sheet control for a specific account that has a balance. This error typically arises during the execution of financial transactions, such as closing periods or running financial reports, where the system checks the balances of accounts that are supposed to be zero or have specific control settings.
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The account in question may be configured as a balance sheet account, but it has a non-zero balance. This can happen if transactions have been posted to the account that should not have a balance at the time of the operation being performed.
  Incorrect Posting: There may be incorrect postings or transactions that have not been cleared, leading to a balance in an account that should be zero.
  Period Closing: The error can occur during the period closing process if the system expects certain accounts to be cleared or have a zero balance.
  Control Settings: The account may have specific control settings that require it to be zero at certain times, such as during the year-end closing process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Account Balance: Check the balance of the account in question using transaction codes like FS10N (Display Account Balance) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items). Identify any transactions that may be causing the balance.
  Clear Transactions: If there are transactions that should not be there, consider reversing or clearing them. This may involve posting clearing entries or adjusting entries to bring the balance to zero.
  Check Configuration: Review the account configuration in the chart of accounts to ensure that it is set up correctly. This includes checking the account type and any control settings that may apply.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling balance sheet accounts and the implications of the error message.
  Run Reports: Use financial reports to analyze the account activity and identify any discrepancies that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Data), FBL3N, and FS10N.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify account balances and configurations.
  Testing: If changes are made, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.