How To Fix FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE023 - Technically cleared items to be reopened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE - Central Finance Interface Message Class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Technically cleared items to be reopened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE023 - Technically cleared items to be reopened ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE023 indicates that there are technically cleared items in the system that need to be reopened. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with intercompany reconciliation or clearing processes in SAP S/4HANA or SAP Central Finance.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Cleared Items: The system has identified that there are items that have been technically cleared (i.e., they have been marked as settled or cleared in the financial records) but are being referenced in a process that requires them to be open.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the source and target systems, especially in a Central Finance scenario where data is replicated from multiple source systems.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for clearing or reconciliation processes may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to process transactions involving cleared items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reopen Cleared Items:
  
  Identify the technically cleared items that are causing the issue. You can do this by checking the relevant financial documents in the system.
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the details of the cleared items.
  If necessary, you can reopen these items using transaction FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) or similar transactions, depending on your specific requirements and business processes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to clearing and reconciliation in your SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the specific scenarios you are working with.
  Consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to verify that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check between the source and target systems (if applicable). Ensure that all relevant data is synchronized and that there are no discrepancies.
  Use transaction SLG1 to check for any application logs that might provide additional insights into the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to Central Finance and clearing processes. There may be specific notes addressing this error or providing guidance on best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to clearing and reconciliation, such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.