How To Fix FINS_RECON733 - COSP_BAK differs from COSP in values - &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 733

• Message text: COSP_BAK differs from COSP in values - &1 &2 &3

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON733 - COSP_BAK differs from COSP in values - &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON733 indicates a discrepancy between the values in the COSP (Cost Object Controlling: Cost Line Items) and COSP_BAK (Backup Table for COSP) tables. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process in SAP Controlling (CO) when the system detects that the values in these two tables do not match for a specific cost object.
  Cause:
  The discrepancy can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: Changes made to cost objects or transactions that were not properly updated in both tables.
  Parallel Processing: If multiple processes are trying to update the same data simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Developments: Custom programs or enhancements that manipulate cost data may inadvertently cause discrepancies.
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system that affect data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FINS_RECON733 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that all relevant transactions have been processed correctly and that there are no pending updates.
  Reconcile Data: Use the reconciliation tools provided by SAP to compare the values in COSP and COSP_BAK. You can use transaction codes like KAH3 (Display Cost Object) or KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze the data.
  Run Reconciliation Programs: Execute the standard SAP reconciliation programs to correct any inconsistencies. This may include running the program for correcting inconsistencies in CO (e.g., RKAEP000).
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure it is not causing the discrepancies.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for CO, such as KSB1, KAH3, KOB1, and KOB2 for analyzing cost objects and line items.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Controlling and reconciliation processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the discrepancy and implement a solution to resolve the FINS_RECON733 error.