How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON377 - Entry in BSAK 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: 377

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

What causes this issue?

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

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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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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON377 - Entry in BSAK with missing archiving flag (field xarch) ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON377 indicates that there is an entry in the BSAK table (which stores cleared items for accounts payable and accounts receivable) that is missing the archiving flag (field XARCH). This can occur during the reconciliation process or when trying to archive financial documents.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system expects all entries in the BSAK table to have an archiving flag set, which indicates whether the entry has been archived or not. If an entry is found without this flag, it can lead to inconsistencies in the data and trigger this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the BSAK Table: Use transaction SE16 or SE16N to view the BSAK table and identify the entries that are missing the XARCH flag. You can filter the entries based on the relevant criteria (e.g., company code, fiscal year).
  
  
  Update the Missing Flag: If you identify entries without the archiving flag, you may need to update these entries. This can typically be done through a custom program or report that sets the XARCH field for the affected entries. However, be cautious with direct updates to database tables, as this can lead to data integrity issues.
  
  
  Run Archiving Programs: If the entries are supposed to be archived, ensure that the archiving programs for financial documents are run correctly. You can check transaction SARA to see if the archiving process has been executed properly for the relevant objects.
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check for inconsistencies in the database. You can use transaction SE38 to run standard SAP reports or programs that check for inconsistencies in financial documents.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version of SAP you are using and any known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BSAK Table: This table contains cleared items for accounts payable and accounts receivable. It is crucial for financial reporting and reconciliation processes.
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process in SAP that helps manage data volume by moving data that is no longer needed for daily operations to an archive. This can improve system performance and manage database size.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), and SE38 (ABAP Editor) for troubleshooting.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and follow best practices when making changes to the database or running archiving processes.