How To Fix FINS_RECON732 - COSP exists but not COSP_BAK - &1 &2 &3


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 732

  • Message text: COSP exists but not COSP_BAK - &1 &2 &3

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  • What causes this issue?

    There is a mismatch between view COSP and the former totals table,
    stored in COSP_BAK.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    One possible cause of this reconciliation error is missing company code
    value (BUKRS) in the source tables COEP or COSP_BAK. Please check
    corresponding detailed messages FINS_RECON 712/718 (Empty field
    COEP-BUKRS, Empty field COSP_BAK-BUKRS) from the migration activity R22
    (Check Enrichment of Transaction Data) via transaction
    FINS_MIG_MONITOR_RC2.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON732 - COSP exists but not COSP_BAK - &1 &2 &3 ?

    The SAP error message FINS_RECON732 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the reconciliation process between the CO (Controlling) and FI (Financial Accounting) modules. Specifically, the error states that the COSP (CO Object: Cost Line Item) table exists, but the corresponding COSP_BAK (Backup Table for COSP) does not. This can occur during the reconciliation of cost accounting data, particularly when there are inconsistencies in the data or issues with the backup tables.

    Cause:

    1. Data Inconsistency: The primary cause of this error is that the COSP table has entries that do not have corresponding entries in the COSP_BAK table. This can happen due to incomplete data processing or issues during data migration.
    2. Missing Backup Table: The COSP_BAK table is supposed to serve as a backup for the COSP table. If the backup table was not created or was deleted, this error can occur.
    3. System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or issues with the database that prevent the proper creation or maintenance of the COSP_BAK table.

    Solution:

    1. Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the contents of the COSP and COSP_BAK tables. Look for entries in COSP that do not have corresponding entries in COSP_BAK.
    2. Recreate Backup Table: If the COSP_BAK table is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done through a program or report provided by SAP to regenerate the backup table based on the current data in COSP.
    3. Run Reconciliation Programs: Execute the relevant reconciliation programs or reports in SAP to identify and resolve discrepancies. This may include running the transaction code KAH3 (for CO) or F.5 (for FI).
    4. Check for Updates/Patches: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as SAP may have released fixes for known issues related to this error.
    5. Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be specific instructions or recommendations provided by SAP.
    6. Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to CO and FI reconciliation, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items).
    • Backup Tables: Understand the role of backup tables in SAP and how they are used for data integrity and recovery.
    • Data Migration: If this error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary tables and data were correctly transferred.

    By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FINS_RECON732 error in your SAP system.

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