How To Fix FH252 - Inconsistency between the systems in financial management area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Inconsistency between the systems in financial management area

What causes this issue?

When sending G/L account data by means of ALE, there is an
inconsistency between the sending and the receiving systems concerning
the financial management area.
For this reason, the G/L account data sent cannot be posted in the
receiving system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You must make sure that the financial management areas for the company
code in question &V1& are the same in both systems. To do this, you
must run a comparison of the control data in table T001.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH252 - Inconsistency between the systems in financial management area ?

  The SAP error message FH252, which indicates "Inconsistency between the systems in financial management area," typically arises in the context of financial management and accounting processes within SAP. This error can occur due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies between different modules or systems, issues with configuration, or problems with data transfer.
  Causes of FH252 Error
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be discrepancies in financial data between different systems or modules (e.g., between SAP FI and CO).
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in financial management areas can lead to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data (e.g., vendor, customer, or general ledger accounts) can cause inconsistencies.
  Integration Issues: If there are issues with the integration between different SAP modules or external systems, it can lead to this error.
  Transaction Errors: Errors during transaction processing, such as posting or clearing, can also trigger this message.
  
  Solutions to FH252 Error
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review the relevant documents and ensure that the data is consistent across systems.
  Run consistency checks using transaction SAP transaction code (e.g., FINS_MIG_CHECK) to identify inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) modules to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Check for any recent changes in configuration that might have led to the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data is correctly maintained and consistent across the systems.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in master data records.
  
  
  
  Integration Checks:
  
  If the error is related to integration with other systems, review the integration settings and ensure that data is being transferred correctly.
  Check for any middleware or interface issues that might be causing data discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including transaction codes, affected modules, and any steps taken to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial management, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry), F-02 (General Posting), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user guides related to financial management and integration processes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the FH252 error in your SAP system.