How To Fix FINS_RECON836 - COSS exists but not COSS_BAK: &1 message(s)

FINS_RECON836 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 836

• Message text: COSS exists but not COSS_BAK: &1 message(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON836 - COSS exists but not COSS_BAK: &1 message(s) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON836 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the reconciliation process related to the Cost of Sales Accounting (COSS) entries. Specifically, it means that there are COSS entries present, but the corresponding COSS_BAK (backup) entries are missing. This can occur during the reconciliation of financial data, particularly when dealing with cost accounting and financial statements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The primary cause of this error is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data between the COSS and COSS_BAK tables. This can happen due to incomplete postings, data corruption, or issues during the data transfer process.
  Missing Backup Entries: The COSS_BAK entries are typically created as a backup for COSS entries. If these backup entries are not generated or have been deleted, it can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to cost accounting or financial reporting can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Missing Entries: