How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST035 - Journal Entry is active: Reconciliation posting cannot be used any longer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Journal Entry is active: Reconciliation posting cannot be used any longer

What causes this issue?

You are going to execute the reconciliation posting CO-FI (Transaction
KALC) despite the Universal Journal Entry is active.

System Response

The reconciliation posting may not be executed any longer, because this
would lead to duplicate entries in the General Ledger:
Postings within CO are posted automatically also in the General Ledger.
There is no need for the reconciliation posting any more.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST035 - Journal Entry is active: Reconciliation posting cannot be used any longer ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST035 indicates that a journal entry is currently active, which prevents the reconciliation posting from being processed. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting when trying to perform a reconciliation posting for a journal entry that is still open or has not been fully processed.
  Cause:
  
  Active Journal Entry: The journal entry you are trying to reconcile is still active, meaning it has not been fully posted or closed.
  Posting Period: The posting period for the journal entry may still be open, which can lead to conflicts when trying to perform reconciliation.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for reconciliation, such as being in a draft state or awaiting approval.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the journal entry. If it is still active, you may need to complete or close the entry before attempting the reconciliation.
  Post the Journal Entry: Ensure that the journal entry has been fully posted. If it is in a draft state, complete the posting process.
  Close the Posting Period: If the posting period is still open, consider closing it if appropriate, or ensure that the journal entry is processed within the correct period.
  Review Reconciliation Settings: Check the settings and configurations related to reconciliation postings in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling reconciliation postings and journal entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document) to check the status of the journal entry or FBV0 (Park Document) to manage document postings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform reconciliation postings and manage journal entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.