How To Fix FINS_RECON804 - Entry in COEP without ACDOCA: &1 message(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Entry in COEP without ACDOCA: &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON804 - Entry in COEP without ACDOCA: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON804 indicates that there is an entry in the COEP table (which stores line items for controlling) that does not have a corresponding entry in the ACDOCA table (which is the universal journal entry table in S/4HANA). This inconsistency typically arises during the reconciliation process between the controlling (CO) and financial (FI) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you have recently migrated data from an older SAP system to S/4HANA, there may be inconsistencies due to incomplete or incorrect data migration.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that write to COEP without properly updating ACDOCA can lead to this error.
  Posting Errors: Manual postings or incorrect configurations in the system can create entries in COEP without corresponding entries in ACDOCA.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system can lead to inconsistencies between these tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SE16N to check the entries in both COEP and ACDOCA. Identify the entries in COEP that do not have a corresponding entry in ACDOCA.
  Reconcile Data: If you find entries in COEP without corresponding entries in ACDOCA, you may need to create the missing entries in ACDOCA. This can be done through manual postings or by using a program to generate the missing entries.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly updates both COEP and ACDOCA.
  Use SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE16N (Data Browser), FB03 (Display Document), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze the data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Universal Journal and the integration of CO and FI modules in S/4HANA.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any related error messages that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FINS_RECON804 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.