How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON204 - Balance in BSEG_ADD is not zero in third local currency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_FB_RECON - Conversion to S/4HANA: Reconciliation

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Balance in BSEG_ADD is not zero in third local currency &2

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON204 - Balance in BSEG_ADD is not zero in third local currency &2 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON204 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance of the BSEG_ADD table for a specific document in the third local currency. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process, where the system expects the balance to be zero but finds that it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: There may be issues with how currency conversions are handled, leading to discrepancies in the third local currency.
  Incorrect Posting: Transactions may have been posted incorrectly, resulting in an imbalance in the accounts.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments or corrections made to the accounts may not have been properly reflected in the third local currency.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings related to currency handling.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BSEG_ADD table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Entries: Review the document entries in the BSEG_ADD table to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to view the table.
  Reconcile Balances: Ensure that all transactions are properly reconciled. This may involve checking the original postings and any subsequent adjustments.
  Review Currency Settings: Check the currency settings in the configuration to ensure that they are set up correctly for the third local currency.
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use SAP reconciliation reports to identify and resolve discrepancies. Reports like F.01 (Financial Statement) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) can be helpful.
  Consult with Finance Team: Work with your finance team to understand the nature of the transactions and any manual adjustments that may have been made.
  Adjust Entries: If necessary, make the appropriate adjustments to ensure that the balance in the third local currency is zero.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Items), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) for further investigation.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial postings and currency handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIN_FB_RECON204 error and implement a solution to resolve it.