How To Fix FINS_RECON638 - Document amounts differ in 2nd local currency (KSL): &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Document amounts differ in 2nd local currency (KSL): &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON638 - Document amounts differ in 2nd local currency (KSL): &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON638 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the document amounts when dealing with the second local currency (KSL). This typically occurs during financial reconciliation processes, such as when posting or reconciling documents that involve multiple currencies.
  Cause:
  The error can arise from several scenarios, including:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: The amounts in the second local currency may not have been converted correctly from the original currency.
  Inconsistent Exchange Rates: Different exchange rates may have been applied to the same transaction, leading to discrepancies.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual entries or adjustments in the second local currency that do not match the calculated amounts based on the primary currency.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings related to currency handling in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINS_RECON638 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Amounts: Review the document amounts in both the original and second local currency. Ensure that they match the expected values based on the exchange rates.
  
  
  Verify Exchange Rates: Check the exchange rates used for the transaction. Ensure that the rates are consistent and correctly applied. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction code (e.g., OB08) to view and maintain exchange rates.
  
  
  Review Manual Entries: If there were any manual adjustments made to the document, verify that they are accurate and consistent with the original amounts.
  
  
  Repost the Document: If discrepancies are found, you may need to reverse and repost the document with the correct amounts.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings for currency handling in your SAP system are correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for the second local currency in the financial accounting module.
  
  
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use SAP reconciliation reports to identify and analyze discrepancies in document amounts. This can help pinpoint the source of the error.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FB02 (Change Document), and OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on financial accounting and currency management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FINS_RECON638 error in your SAP system.