How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON374 - Entry in BSID with missing archiving flag (field xarch)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Entry in BSID with missing archiving flag (field xarch)

What causes this issue?

There are line items in the index table BSID without header information
in table BKPF which are not marked as partially archived (field xarch)
in the index table BSID.

System Response

The system informs about this inconsistency which must be corrected in
your productive system before starting the data migration.

How to fix this error?

For more information, see
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2714344.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON374 - Entry in BSID with missing archiving flag (field xarch) ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON374 indicates that there is an entry in the BSID table (which stores open items for customer accounts) that is missing the archiving flag (field XARCH). This can occur due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in the database or issues during the archiving process.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The entry in the BSID table may have been created or modified in a way that did not properly set the archiving flag.
  Archiving Process Issues: If the archiving process was interrupted or not executed correctly, it could lead to missing flags.
  Database Corruption: In rare cases, database corruption could lead to missing or inconsistent data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to check the BSID table for entries that are missing the XARCH flag.
  Identify the specific entries that are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Update the Archiving Flag:
  
  If you have identified specific entries that are missing the XARCH flag, you can manually update these entries. However, this should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of an SAP Basis or ABAP consultant.
  You can use an update statement in an ABAP report to set the XARCH flag for the identified entries.
  
  
  
  Run Archiving Programs:
  
  If the issue is related to the archiving process, ensure that the archiving programs are run correctly. You can use transaction SARA to manage archiving objects and check the status of archiving jobs.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. There may be known issues and fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes directly in the database, it is advisable to contact SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BSID Table: This table contains open items for customer accounts. It is crucial for financial reporting and reconciliation.
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process used to remove data from the database to improve performance and manage data growth. The archiving flag (XARCH) indicates whether an entry has been archived.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archiving Administration), SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), and SE38 (ABAP Program Execution) for managing and troubleshooting data issues.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and that you are following your organization's change management procedures when making changes to the database.