How To Fix FINS_RECON_2004 - &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 6. freely defined currency (ESL) &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_RECON_2 - SAP S/4HANA Finance Migration: Reconciliation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 6. freely defined currency (ESL) &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON_2004 - &1: Balance in ACDOCA is not zero for 6. freely defined currency (ESL) &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON_2004 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance of the Universal Journal table (ACDOCA) for a specific freely defined currency (in this case, ESL). This error typically arises during the reconciliation process, where the system expects the balance for a particular currency to be zero, but it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Transactions: There may be open or uncleared transactions in the ACDOCA table for the specified currency.
  Currency Conversion Issues: There could be issues related to currency conversion or incorrect postings that have led to a non-zero balance.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the freely defined currency might not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or incorrect postings could have resulted in an imbalance.
  Incomplete Processes: Certain processes, such as closing periods or running reconciliation reports, may not have been completed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Items: Review the open items in the ACDOCA table for the specified currency. You can use transaction codes like FB03 or FBL3N to analyze the line items.
  Reconcile Transactions: Ensure that all transactions are properly reconciled. This may involve clearing open items or correcting any discrepancies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the freely defined currency in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use the appropriate reconciliation reports to identify discrepancies and take corrective actions.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the issue persists, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand if there are any specific business processes that might be affecting the balances.
  Check for Data Consistency: Use transaction SACF (SAP Application Interface Framework) to check for data consistency and resolve any issues found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), FB03 (Display Document), and SACF (Application Interface Framework).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Universal Journal and reconciliation processes for further insights.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for more in-depth analysis and assistance.