How To Fix FINS_RECON689 - Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount: &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount: &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON689 - Field KSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON689 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 when there are non-initial amounts in the KSL field, which should be zero or not populated during certain reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The KSL field in the FAGLFLEXT table may contain non-initial amounts due to incorrect postings or data inconsistencies in the financial documents.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the financial reconciliation process may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected values in the KSL field.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the system that have not been cleared, resulting in amounts being present in the KSL field.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments or corrections made to financial documents may have inadvertently left non-zero values in the KSL field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the entries in the FAGLFLEXT table for the relevant company code and fiscal year. Identify any records with non-initial amounts in the KSL field and investigate their origin.
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items causing the issue, ensure that they are cleared appropriately. This may involve processing payments or adjustments to reconcile the accounts.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to financial reconciliation in your SAP system. Ensure that they align with your business processes and requirements.
  Adjust Entries: If necessary, make adjustments to the financial documents that are causing the non-initial amounts in the KSL field. This may involve reversing incorrect postings or making corrective entries.
  Run Reconciliation Programs: Execute any relevant reconciliation programs or reports in SAP to identify and resolve discrepancies in the financial data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  FAGLFLEXT Table: This table is part of the General Ledger Accounting (New) in SAP and contains line item data for the general ledger.
  KSL Field: The KSL field typically represents a specific account balance or amount related to a particular reconciliation process.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) or FAGLL03 (G/L Account Line Item Display) to analyze the entries in the G/L accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  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.