How To Fix FINS_RECON286 - Entry of view BSAD does not exist in table BSAD_BCK: &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Entry of view BSAD does not exist in table BSAD_BCK: &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON286 - Entry of view BSAD does not exist in table BSAD_BCK: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON286 indicates that there is an issue with the reconciliation of accounts, specifically that an entry in the view BSAD (which contains open item data for customer accounts) does not exist in the backup table BSAD_BCK. This can occur during processes that involve data reconciliation or when trying to access data that should be present in the backup table.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is a data inconsistency between the BSAD and BSAD_BCK tables. This can happen if the backup table has not been updated correctly or if there are missing entries.
  Incomplete Data Migration: If data was migrated from another system or during a system upgrade, some entries may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Developments: Custom programs or enhancements that manipulate data in these tables may lead to inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  Archiving Issues: If archiving processes are not correctly configured, it may lead to missing entries in the backup table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the contents of both the BSAD and BSAD_BCK tables. Look for the specific entry that is causing the issue.
  Rebuild Backup Table: If the backup table is missing entries, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done through standard SAP programs or reports designed for this purpose.
  Run Reconciliation Programs: SAP provides standard reconciliation programs that can help identify and fix inconsistencies between these tables.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments that interact with these tables, review the code to ensure it is functioning correctly and not causing data inconsistencies.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that can help you analyze the data in the relevant tables.
  Backup and Recovery: Ensure that you have a backup strategy in place for your data, especially when performing migrations or upgrades.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any custom developments or changes made to the system that could affect data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.