How To Fix FINS_RECON711 - &1: Mismatch of Field AWKEY and BELNR/REFBN in COBK

FINS_RECON711 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 711

• Message text: &1: Mismatch of Field AWKEY and BELNR/REFBN in COBK

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON711 - &1: Mismatch of Field AWKEY and BELNR/REFBN in COBK ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON711 indicates a mismatch between the fields AWKEY and BELNR/REFBN in the COBK table. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process in financial accounting, particularly when there are inconsistencies in the document numbers or reference numbers used in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is a mismatch in the document number (BELNR) or reference number (REFBN) in the COBK table, which stores accounting document header data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial modules, leading to discrepancies in how documents are processed or recorded.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes to the database, inconsistencies may arise.
  User Input Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or posting documents can lead to mismatches.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Numbers: Verify that the document numbers (BELNR) and reference numbers (REFBN) are correctly entered and