How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST401 - Adjust existing postings for company code &1 and ledger &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Adjust existing postings for company code &1 and ledger &2

What causes this issue?

The system adds the currency type &V3& as <DS:DE.FINS_CURTYPE_K>Global
Currency</> in the <DS:SIMG.FINSVC_LEDGER>Company Code Settings of the
Ledger</> (transaction FINSC_LEDGER) for company code &V1& and ledger
&V2&.

System Response

The currency type &V3& is already defined as a freely defined currency
in the <LS>Company Code Settings of the Ledger</>. The system
automatically removes this freely defined currency.

How to fix this error?

The system will ask you create a mass data project that updates the
existing postings: In the existing postings, the posted amounts must be
moved from the formerly used freely defined currency fields into the
global currency fields in table ACDOCA: Technically, the field
ACDOCA-KSL and ACDOCA-RKCUR must be filled.
<zh>Important:</>
Once the mass data project was created, no postings will be possible in
this company code until you executed this project successfully.
After importing these customizing changes in the productive system, you
must execute this project there also.

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 FINS_ACDOC_CUST401 - Adjust existing postings for company code &1 and ledger &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST401 typically occurs when there are issues with adjusting existing postings in the context of financial accounting. This error is related to the adjustment of documents in the General Ledger (G/L) for a specific company code and ledger.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from adjusting the postings. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for adjustments. If the period is closed, you cannot make changes to the postings.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the financial accounting module that are not set up correctly, leading to issues with document adjustments.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform adjustments on the specified company code and ledger.
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to adjust may be in a status that does not allow for changes (e.g., it may be flagged for deletion or already reversed).
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINS_ACDOC_CUST401 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the company code and ledger is open. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 to check and adjust the posting periods.
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document you are trying to adjust. Ensure that it is not locked or in a status that prevents adjustments.
  
  
  Verify Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like FB03 to review the document and ensure that all necessary data is consistent and complete.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform adjustments. You can check this with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the financial accounting module to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP FI consultant.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB02 (Change Document), FB03 (Display Document), and OB52 (Open/Close Posting Periods).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial accounting processes and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.