How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC071 - Recon.accnts &1 and &2 do not match, open item cannot be cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC - Central Finance Accounting Document generation

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Recon.accnts &1 and &2 do not match, open item cannot be cleared

What causes this issue?

A clearing cannot be processed because the system determined that the
reconciliation accounts used do not match. This can happen when a change
is made to the reconciliation account in the business partner master
data.

System Response

The posting is rejected because follow-up processes such as reset
clearing would not be possible.

How to fix this error?

Correct the mapping or correct the documents to be cleared. Make sure
that the reconciliation accounts referenced within one clearing document
line item are consistent.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC071 - Recon.accnts &1 and &2 do not match, open item cannot be cleared ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC071 - Recon.accnts &1 and &2 do not match, open item cannot be cleared occurs when there is a discrepancy between the reconciliation accounts mentioned in the document. This error prevents the clearing of open items.
  Cause:
  The error is caused when the reconciliation accounts mentioned in the document do not match. This can happen due to various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, incorrect assignment of reconciliation accounts, or manual entry errors.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the document: Review the document that triggered the error and verify the reconciliation accounts mentioned. Ensure that the accounts are correctly assigned and match the intended accounts.
  
  
  Check configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to reconciliation accounts. Ensure that the accounts mentioned in the document are correctly configured as reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  Check master data: Review the master data of the accounts involved in the document. Ensure that the reconciliation accounts assigned to these accounts are correct and consistent.
  
  
  Correct the document: If the error is due to a manual entry error, you can correct the document by reversing or adjusting it. Make sure to enter the correct reconciliation accounts.
  
  
  Seek technical support: If the error persists and you are unable to resolve it, it is recommended to seek technical support from your SAP administrator or SAP support team. They can analyze the issue in detail and provide specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC071 is a specific error message related to reconciliation accounts in SAP Financials.
  Reconciliation accounts are used to manage open items and ensure accurate financial reporting.
  Incorrect reconciliation accounts can lead to discrepancies in financial statements and affect the accuracy of financial reporting.
  Regular monitoring and reconciliation of accounts can help identify and resolve such errors in a timely manner.
  It is important to ensure proper configuration and assignment of reconciliation accounts to avoid such errors.