How To Fix FINS_GL_CLEARING003 - Account for posting difference of &1 &2 can't be derived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_GL_CLEARING -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Account for posting difference of &1 &2 can't be derived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_GL_CLEARING003 - Account for posting difference of &1 &2 can't be derived ?

  The SAP error message FINS_GL_CLEARING003 indicates that the system is unable to derive the account for posting differences related to a specific transaction. This typically occurs during the clearing process in financial accounting when there are discrepancies between the amounts that need to be cleared.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The account for posting differences may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment for the specific transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to derive the appropriate account.
  
  
  Posting Keys: The posting keys used in the transaction may not be configured to allow for the posting of differences.
  
  
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the transaction may not have the necessary settings to allow for the posting of differences.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency differences that are not handled correctly, this can also lead to the inability to derive the account.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Business Transactions > Clearing > Define Accounts for Posting Differences.
  Ensure that the accounts for posting differences are correctly defined for the relevant company code and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account assignment for the transaction that is causing the error. Ensure that the correct accounts are being used.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Keys:
  
  Check the posting keys used in the transaction. Ensure that they are configured to allow for the posting of differences.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the document type used in the transaction. Ensure that it allows for the posting of differences.
  
  
  
  Currency Configuration:
  
  If the issue is related to currency differences, ensure that the currency settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBYC (for automatic postings) and SPRO (for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on clearing processes and account configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.