How To Fix FINS_IC_CLR004 - Line items that belong to clearing &1 have balance &3 (currency type &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_IC_CLR - Manage Currencies: Clearing

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Line items that belong to clearing &1 have balance &3 (currency type &4)

What causes this issue?

Line items that belong to the clearing &V1& (&V2&) balance to zero in
the transaction currency. However, these line items have a balance of
&V3& in the currency type &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_IC_CLR004 - Line items that belong to clearing &1 have balance &3 (currency type &4) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_IC_CLR004 indicates that there are line items associated with a clearing document that still have a balance. This typically occurs in the context of intercompany clearing, where transactions between different company codes need to be reconciled and cleared.
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Transactions: The line items that are supposed to be cleared still have outstanding balances. This can happen if the clearing process was not completed correctly or if there are transactions that have not been properly accounted for.
  Currency Mismatch: The error may also arise if there are discrepancies in currency types used in the transactions, leading to an imbalance.
  Incorrect Clearing Document: The clearing document referenced may not include all relevant line items, or there may be an error in the selection criteria used for clearing.
  Open Items: There may be open items that have not been cleared due to various reasons, such as missing postings or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Line Items: Check the line items associated with the clearing document to identify which items are still open and have balances. You can use transaction codes like FBL1N, FBL3N, or FBL5N to review the line items.
  Reconcile Balances: Ensure that all transactions that should be cleared are included in the clearing document. If there are missing items, you may need to manually clear them or adjust the clearing document.
  Check Currency Types: Verify that the currency types used in the transactions are consistent. If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the transactions to ensure they match.
  Post Missing Transactions: If there are transactions that have not been posted, ensure that they are posted correctly to allow for proper clearing.
  Use Clearing Transactions: Utilize the appropriate clearing transactions (e.g., F-44 for clearing open items) to clear the balances.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-03 (Clear G/L Account), F-44 (Clear Vendor), and F-32 (Clear Customer).
  Intercompany Accounting: Understand the intercompany accounting processes and configurations in your SAP system, as this can impact how clearing is handled.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the clearing has the necessary authorizations to execute the required transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.