How To Fix FINS_RECON503 - &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 2nd local currency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 503

• Message text: &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 2nd local currency &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON503 - &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 2nd local currency &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON503 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance of the ACDOCA table (the Universal Journal) for the second local currency. This typically occurs during the reconciliation process, where the system expects the balance to be zero but finds that it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect postings or manual entries that do not balance out.
  Currency Conversion Issues: Problems with currency conversion rates or incorrect settings for the second local currency.
  Incomplete Transactions: Transactions that have not been fully processed or posted.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings related to currencies or ledgers.
  Reconciliation Process: The reconciliation process may not have been completed properly, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check ACDOCA Entries: Review the entries in the ACDOCA table for the specific account and period to identify any discrepancies.
  Verify Currency Settings: Ensure that the settings for the second local currency are correctly configured in the system.
  Review Postings: Look for any unbalanced postings or transactions that may have been entered incorrectly.
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use SAP reconciliation reports to identify and analyze discrepancies.
  Adjust Entries: If discrepancies are found, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the balances are correct.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items), or SE16N (Table Display) to investigate the ACDOCA table.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.