How To Fix FINS_RECON397 - &1: Local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 397

• Message text: &1: Local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON397 - &1: Local currency &2 in BKPF inconsistent (should be &3) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON397 indicates an inconsistency in the local currency in the BKPF (Accounting Document Header) table. Specifically, it suggests that the local currency recorded in the document does not match the expected local currency based on the configuration or the settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The local currency might have been incorrectly entered during the posting of the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for the company code or the currency settings in the financial accounting module.
  Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there could be discrepancies in the currency settings.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements might have inadvertently altered the currency settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document: Review the specific document that triggered the error. Verify the local currency and ensure it matches the expected currency for the company code.
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the company code and check the currency settings.
  Ensure that the local currency is correctly defined in the company code settings (Transaction Code: OX15).
  
  
  Correct the Document: If the document is incorrect, you may need to reverse or adjust the document to correct the local currency.
  Data Migration Review: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that currency settings were correctly transferred.
  Consult with Technical Team: If the issue persists, consult with your technical team or SAP support to investigate any custom developments that might be affecting currency settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB02: Change Document
  OBY6: Check Company Code Settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency settings and financial document processing for further insights.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Regularly audit and validate the currency settings in your SAP system.
  Implement checks during data entry to ensure that the correct local currency is being used.
  Provide training to users on the importance of correct currency settings in financial postings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.