How To Fix FI_E401 - CI &1: comparison fails for &2

FI_E401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 401

• Message text: CI &1: comparison fails for &2

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FI_E401 - Details

• The SAP error message FI_E401 CI &1: comparison fails for &2 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when there is a mismatch in the data being processed. This error is often related to inconsistencies in the configuration or data entries in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The error usually indicates that there is a discrepancy between the expected and actual values in the financial documents or master data. This could be due to incorrect entries in the general ledger, vendor, or customer accounts.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the financial module, such as incorrect account determination or settings in the chart of accounts.
  Currency Issues: If there are transactions involving multiple currencies, discrepancies in exchange rates or currency settings can lead to this error.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be compatible with the transaction being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entries: Review the entries