How To Fix FH254 - Update of account has been changed despite balance

FH254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Update of account has been changed despite balance

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH254 - Update of account has been changed despite balance ?

  The SAP error message FH254 ("Update of account has been changed despite balance") typically occurs during the posting process in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the account balance, which prevents the system from completing the update.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Changes: The account balance may have been manually adjusted or changed after the initial posting, leading to discrepancies.
  Simultaneous Updates: If multiple users or processes are trying to update the same account simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the account or the posting rules that govern how transactions are processed.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the account that are preventing the update from being processed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be underlying data consistency issues in the database that need to be resolved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Balance: Verify the current balance of the account in question and ensure