How To Fix FINS_RECON690 - Field OSL 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: 690

• Message text: Field OSL 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_RECON690 - Field OSL of FAGLFLEXT does have a non initial amount: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON690 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the reconciliation process, specifically related to the field OSL (Open Item Amount) in the table FAGLFLEXT (General Ledger: Flexible Structure). The message suggests that the field OSL has a non-initial amount, which means that there are open items that have not been cleared or reconciled properly.
  Cause:
  
  Open Items: There are open items in the General Ledger that have not been cleared. This could be due to incomplete postings, missing clearing documents, or errors in the reconciliation process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings or in the reconciliation process can lead to discrepancies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to manual entries, incorrect postings, or issues during data migration.
  Posting Errors: Transactions may have been posted incorrectly, leading to amounts that should have been cleared still showing as open.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Items: Review the open items in the General Ledger. Use transaction codes like FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to identify any open items that need to be cleared.
  Clear Open Items: If you find open items that should be cleared, use the appropriate clearing transaction (e.g., F-03 for clearing G/L accounts) to clear them.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the reconciliation process are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the financial data. This can be done using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to review individual documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Engage Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N, F-03, FB03, and others that can help in analyzing and clearing open items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or fixes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and clear open items in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.