How To Fix FINCS_MD_FSITEM043 - Carry forward balances setting is only applicable to statistical items.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_MD_FSITEM - Consolidation Financial Statement Item Master Data

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Carry forward balances setting is only applicable to statistical items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM043 - Carry forward balances setting is only applicable to statistical items. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM043 indicates that there is an issue with the carry forward balances setting in the context of financial statements, specifically related to statistical items. This error typically arises when you attempt to apply carry forward balances to a financial statement item that is not configured to support it.
  Cause:
  
  Statistical Items: The error occurs because the carry forward balances setting is only applicable to actual financial items, not statistical items. Statistical items are used for reporting purposes and do not have a direct impact on financial accounting.
  Configuration Issues: The financial statement item may be incorrectly configured in the system, leading to the attempt to apply carry forward balances where it is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Item Configuration: Check the configuration of the financial statement item in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly as either a statistical item or an actual item. If it is a statistical item, you cannot apply carry forward balances to it.
  Adjust Carry Forward Settings: If you need to carry forward balances, ensure that you are using the correct financial statement items that are designated for actual balances, not statistical ones.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring financial statement items and understanding the implications of statistical versus actual items.
  System Customization: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or a consultant to adjust the system settings or configurations to align with your reporting requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical vs. Actual Items: Understand the difference between statistical and actual items in SAP. Statistical items are used for tracking and reporting purposes without affecting the financial accounting directly.
  SAP Financial Statement Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for financial statements in SAP, including how to set up items and their properties.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  By addressing the configuration of the financial statement items and ensuring that carry forward balances are only applied to appropriate items, you should be able to resolve the error message FINCS_MD_FSITEM043.