How To Fix FINS_RECON402 - &1 &2: No entry in previous G/L totals table &3 for this entry in &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 402

• Message text: &1 &2: No entry in previous G/L totals table &3 for this entry in &4

What causes this issue?

For entry &V1& &V2& of table &V4& there is no entry in the previous
totals table &V3&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON402 - &1 &2: No entry in previous G/L totals table &3 for this entry in &4 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON402 typically indicates that there is no corresponding entry in the previous General Ledger (G/L) totals table for the specified entry. This error often arises during the reconciliation process or when trying to post transactions that require reference to prior G/L totals.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the previous G/L totals table does not have an entry for the specified account or period. This can happen if:
  
  The G/L totals were not updated correctly.
  The data was not migrated properly during a system upgrade or data transfer.
  The relevant postings were deleted or not posted at all.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the financial settings that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary entries.
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the posting period is closed or if there are timing discrepancies between postings, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Totals Table: Verify the entries in the previous G/L totals table (usually table FAGLFLEXA for New GL) to ensure that the required data exists for the specified account and period.
  
  
  Reconcile Data: If there are discrepancies, you may need to reconcile the data. This could involve:
  
  Running reconciliation reports to identify missing entries.
  Posting any missing transactions to ensure that the totals are updated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for G/L account types, posting periods, and any relevant document types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) or FAGLB03 (Display G/L Account Balances) to investigate the G/L account in question.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FINS_RECON402 error and implement a solution.