How To Fix FINS_CO_2_ACDOC002 - Doc. inconsistent (COAr doc. header &1 does not equal COAr line item &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CO_2_ACDOC - Messages from conversion of CO document to ACDOC

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Doc. inconsistent (COAr doc. header &1 does not equal COAr line item &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CO_2_ACDOC002 - Doc. inconsistent (COAr doc. header &1 does not equal COAr line item &2) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CO_2_ACDOC002 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the document header and the line items in a Controlling (CO) document. Specifically, the error message states that the CO area in the document header does not match the CO area in one or more line items.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Entry Errors: During the posting of a CO document, the CO area in the header may have been entered incorrectly or may differ from the CO area specified in the line items.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for the controlling area, such as the assignment of company codes to controlling areas.
  Document Migration: If documents were migrated from another system or if there were changes in the configuration, inconsistencies may arise.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments or corrections made to the document after it was initially posted could lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Details:
  
  Review the document in question to ensure that the CO area in the header matches the CO area in all line items.
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze the document.
  
  
  
  Correct the Document:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to reverse the document and repost it with the correct CO area.
  Alternatively, if the document is not yet posted, you can correct the CO area in the document before posting.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area and ensure that the company codes are correctly assigned to the controlling area.
  Use transaction code OBY6 to verify the assignment of company codes to controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Consult with Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate further, especially if there are underlying system issues or if the error is occurring frequently.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as some issues may be resolved in newer versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: FB03 (Display Document), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), OBY6 (Assign Company Code to Controlling Area).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on CO document processing and error handling for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message FINS_CO_2_ACDOC002.