How To Fix FINS_RECON128 - Balance is not zero in third local currency: &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_RECON - SAP S/4HANA Finance Migration: Reconciliation

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Balance is not zero in third local currency: &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON128 - Balance is not zero in third local currency: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON128 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance of a third local currency in the financial reconciliation process. This typically occurs during the reconciliation of accounts where the balances in the third local currency do not sum to zero, which is a requirement for proper financial reporting and compliance.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: There may be issues with how transactions are converted into the third local currency, leading to discrepancies.
  Incomplete Transactions: Some transactions may not have been fully processed or posted, resulting in an imbalance.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual entries or adjustments in the third local currency may not have been properly accounted for.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings related to currency handling can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in data entry, such as incorrect amounts or missing entries, can cause the balance to be off.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transactions: Check all transactions that have been posted in the third local currency. Ensure that all entries are complete and correctly posted.
  Reconcile Accounts: Perform a reconciliation of the accounts involved to identify any discrepancies. This may involve comparing the balances in the third local currency with the source documents.
  Check Currency Settings: Verify the configuration settings for currency handling in your SAP system. Ensure that the third local currency is set up correctly.
  Adjust Entries: If discrepancies are found, make the necessary adjustments to correct the balances. This may involve posting correcting entries or adjusting manual entries.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze the transactions in the third local currency. Reports such as the "General Ledger Account Balance" report can help identify where the discrepancies are occurring.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling currency-related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items) or FS10N (Display G/L Account Balances) to help in your investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that users involved in financial transactions have the appropriate roles and authorizations to post entries in the third local currency.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the balances now reconcile correctly and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FINS_RECON128 error and implement a solution to resolve it.