How To Fix FINS_RECON589 - &1: Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&3&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 589

• Message text: &1: Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&3&4

&Diagnosis&
There are entries in the totals table (FAGLFLEXT) for which at least one
of the fields KSLVT, KSL01, KSL02, KSL03, KSL04, KSL05, KSL06, KSL07,
KSL08, KSL09, KSL10, KSL11, KSL12, KSL13, KSL14, KSL15 or KSL16 is
filled although the amount is not maintained in customizing
(FINSC_LD_CMP). To identify the related entry of FAGLFLEXT the object
numbers are &V2&&V3&&V4& (OBJNR00/OBJNR01/OBJNR02/OBJNR03/OBJNR04/OBJNR0
5/OBJNR06/OBJNR07/OBJNR08).

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON589 - &1: Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount &2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON589 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the financial reconciliation process, specifically related to the field KSL in the table FAGLFLEXT. This error typically arises during the reconciliation of financial data, particularly when trying to clear or reconcile accounts that have non-initial amounts in the specified field.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the field KSL (which usually represents a specific key figure or amount in the general ledger) in the FAGLFLEXT table has a non-initial amount. This means that there are values present in this field that are not zero or empty, which can prevent certain reconciliation processes from completing successfully. Common causes include:
  
  Uncleared Items: There may be open or uncleared items in the general ledger that have not been processed or cleared.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the reconciliation process may not align with the current data in the ledger.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or postings may have resulted in unexpected values in the KSL field.
  Incomplete Period Closing: The financial period may not have been closed properly, leading to lingering amounts in the ledger.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the KSL Field: Review the entries in the FAGLFLEXT table for the specific account and period indicated in the error message. Identify any non-initial amounts in the KSL field.
  
  
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items that need to be cleared, process them accordingly. This may involve posting clearing entries or reconciling discrepancies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the reconciliation process is correct. This may involve checking settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  Data Correction: If there are erroneous entries, correct them by reversing or adjusting the relevant postings.
  
  
  Period Closing: Ensure that the financial period is properly closed. If necessary, consult with your finance team to confirm that all transactions have been accounted for.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FAGLFLEXT Table: This table is part of the General Ledger Accounting in SAP and contains line item data for the new General Ledger.
  KSL Field: This field typically represents a specific key figure or amount related to the financial postings.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items) or FB03 (Display Document) to investigate the entries related to the error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.