How To Fix FINS_RECON636 - Document amounts differ in transaction currency(TSL): &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Document amounts differ in transaction currency(TSL): &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON636 - Document amounts differ in transaction currency(TSL): &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON636 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the document amounts in the transaction currency (TSL) during a reconciliation process. This error typically arises in financial transactions where the amounts recorded in different documents do not match, leading to inconsistencies in financial reporting and reconciliation.
  Causes:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: Differences in exchange rates used for transactions can lead to discrepancies in amounts.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual entries or adjustments made to documents may not have been consistently applied across all related documents.
  Posting Errors: Errors during the posting of transactions, such as incorrect amounts or missing entries, can cause mismatches.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, inconsistencies may arise due to differences in how amounts were recorded.
  Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled, it may lead to differences if not configured correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Transaction Details: Check the specific transactions that are causing the error. Look for discrepancies in amounts, currencies, and exchange rates.
  Reconcile Amounts: Ensure that all related documents (invoices, payments, etc.) have consistent amounts. Adjust any discrepancies found.
  Check Exchange Rates: Verify that the correct exchange rates are being used for currency conversion. Update rates if necessary.
  Audit Manual Entries: Review any manual entries or adjustments to ensure they are accurate and consistent across all related documents.
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP reconciliation tools or reports to identify and resolve discrepancies. The transaction code FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) can be helpful.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FBL1N/FBL3N for line item displays.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make necessary adjustments.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in financial transactions to minimize manual errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FINS_RECON636 error and implement a solution to resolve it.