How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON398 - Second local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Second local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3)

What causes this issue?

There are FI documents with currency keys for the second local currency,
which do not match the currency setting for the company code.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON398 - Second local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3) ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON398 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the second local currency in the BKPF (Accounting Document Header) table. Specifically, it means that the second local currency value recorded in the document does not match the expected value based on the configuration or the settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The inconsistency may arise from incorrect configuration of the currency settings in the company code or the controlling area.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during document posting can lead to discrepancies in currency values.
  Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues with how currency values were transferred.
  Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate currency values, they may not be functioning correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the company code and ensure that the second local currency is set up correctly.
  Check the settings in the transaction code OB22 (Define Company Code Global Parameters) to ensure that the second currency is defined properly.
  
  
  
  Review Document:
  
  Use transaction code FB03 to display the document in question and check the currency values.
  Compare the second local currency value in the document with the expected value (as indicated by the error message).
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  If the document is incorrect, you may need to reverse the document and repost it with the correct values.
  If the error is due to a migration issue, you may need to correct the data in the BKPF table directly or through a data correction program.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your technical team to check for any custom code that may be affecting currency values.
  They can also help analyze the database for any inconsistencies or run reports to identify affected documents.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  OB22: Define Company Code Global Parameters
  SE16N: Table Browser (to check BKPF entries)
  
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  BKPF: Accounting Document Header
  BSEG: Accounting Document Segment (for line items)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for financial accounting and currency management for more detailed information on currency settings and configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the inconsistency and take appropriate corrective actions.