How To Fix FIN_CS_MESSAGE113 - Inconsistent configuration: Entry for FS item is missing (Method &1 &2).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CS_MESSAGE - Cloud Consolidation Message Class

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Inconsistent configuration: Entry for FS item is missing (Method &1 &2).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE113 - Inconsistent configuration: Entry for FS item is missing (Method &1 &2). ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE113 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration related to a financial statement (FS) item. Specifically, it suggests that an entry for a financial statement item is missing for a particular method, which is identified by the parameters &1 and &2 in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The financial statement item that is being referenced does not have a corresponding entry in the configuration settings. This could be due to incomplete setup or changes made to the configuration that were not fully implemented.
  Incorrect Method: The method specified in the error message may not be correctly defined or may not have the necessary entries associated with it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the Financial Accounting or Controlling modules).
  Verify that the financial statement item in question is correctly configured and that all necessary entries are present.
  
  
  
  Review Method Definitions:
  
  Check the method specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that all required parameters and entries are in place.
  
  
  
  Recreate Missing Entries:
  
  If you identify that an entry is indeed missing, you may need to create it manually in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the financial statement configuration and the methods involved.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the financial statements are generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OB58 (for financial statement versions) or OBY6 (for defining methods) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in financial accounting configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FIN_CS_MESSAGE113 error in your SAP system.