How To Fix FILAE041 - Payment plan balance &1 not the same as accrual amount &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILAE - Messages for Lease Accounting Engine

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Payment plan balance &1 not the same as accrual amount &2

What causes this issue?

Processing was terminated due to an inconsistency between the balance
of cash flow &V1& and accrual amount &V2&.

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?

Check the data of the accrual, and correct it in order to remove the
inconsistency. Perhaps you only used the wrong accrual method.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILAE041 - Payment plan balance &1 not the same as accrual amount &2 ?

  The SAP error message FILAE041 indicates a discrepancy between the payment plan balance and the accrual amount in the financial module. This error typically arises in the context of accounts receivable or accounts payable when there is a mismatch between the expected payment plan and the actual accruals recorded in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of payment plans or accruals.
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the payment plan settings or accrual accounting settings.
  Timing Issues: Transactions may not have been posted correctly or in the right period, leading to discrepancies.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to payment plans or accruals that do not align with the system's expected values.
  Integration Issues: Problems with integration between different modules (e.g., FI and CO) that may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Payment Plan and Accruals: Check the payment plan details and the corresponding accrual amounts to identify where the discrepancy lies.
  Reconcile Data: Ensure that all relevant transactions have been posted correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  Adjust Entries: If discrepancies are found, make the necessary adjustments to either the payment plan or the accruals to ensure they match.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for payment plans and accruals to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze the payment plans and accruals to identify patterns or recurring issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-28 (Post Incoming Payments), F-32 (Clear Customer), and F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments) to manage payment plans and accruals.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to payment plans and accruals.
  Testing: After making adjustments, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes resolve the issue without introducing new discrepancies.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.