How To Fix FIN_FB_RECON590 - Field OSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Field OSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&4

What causes this issue?

There are entries in the totals table (FAGLFLEXT) for which at least one
of the fields OSLVT, OSL01, OSL02, OSL03, OSL04, OSL05, OSL06, OSL07,
OSL08, OSL09, OSL10, OSL11, OSL12, OSL13, OSL14, OSL15 or OSL16 is
filled although the amount is not maintained in customizing. To identify
the related entry of FAGLFLEXT the object numbers are &V2&&V4& (OBJNR00/
OBJNR01/OBJNR02/OBJNR03/OBJNR04/OBJNR05/OBJNR06/OBJNR07/OBJNR08).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON590 - Field OSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&4 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_FB_RECON590 indicates that there is an issue with the reconciliation of financial documents in the General Ledger (G/L) accounting. Specifically, the error states that the field OSL (Open Item Amount) in the FAGLFLEXT table (which is the line item table for the new General Ledger) has a non-initial amount, which means that there are open items that have not been cleared or reconciled properly.
  Cause:
  
  Open Items: The error typically arises when there are open items in the G/L accounts that have not been cleared. This can happen due to various reasons, such as incomplete postings, incorrect clearing entries, or manual adjustments that were not properly accounted for.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the G/L accounts and the sub-ledgers, leading to discrepancies in the amounts.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial accounting settings or in the reconciliation process can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Items: Review the open items in the G/L accounts related to the error. You can use transaction codes like FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for any outstanding items.
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items that should be cleared, perform the necessary clearing transactions using F-03 (Clear G/L Account) or F-32 (Clear Customer) as appropriate.
  Reconcile Accounts: Ensure that all accounts are reconciled properly. This may involve checking the sub-ledgers (like Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable) to ensure that they match with the G/L accounts.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the reconciliation process.
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use the appropriate reconciliation reports to identify discrepancies and take corrective actions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  F-03: Clear G/L Account
  F-32: Clear Customer
  FBRA: Reset Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the General Ledger and reconciliation processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP to further investigate the root cause and find a resolution.