How To Fix FINS_RECON_2057 - &1: Field LIFNR (&4) of ACDOCA differs in ledger &2 compared to ledger &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 057

• Message text: &1: Field LIFNR (&4) of ACDOCA differs in ledger &2 compared to ledger &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON_2057 - &1: Field LIFNR (&4) of ACDOCA differs in ledger &2 compared to ledger &3 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON_2057 indicates a discrepancy in the vendor account (LIFNR) in the ACDOCA table between two different ledgers. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process or when trying to post documents that involve multiple ledgers.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the vendor account (LIFNR) has different values or balances in two different ledgers (e.g., leading ledger and non-leading ledger). This can happen due to:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the ledgers, possibly due to manual entries, incorrect postings, or issues during data migration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the ledgers may not be aligned, leading to differences in how transactions are recorded.
  Currency Differences: If the ledgers are set up with different currencies, this can lead to discrepancies in the amounts recorded.
  Posting Period Issues: If postings are made in different periods or if there are open periods in one ledger but not in another, this can cause discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Review the entries in the ACDOCA table for the specified vendor (LIFNR) in both ledgers (ledger &2 and ledger &3).
  Use transaction codes like SE16N or SE11 to view the ACDOCA table and compare the entries.
  
  
  
  Reconcile Balances:
  
  Ensure that the balances for the vendor account are consistent across the ledgers. If discrepancies are found, investigate the source of the differences and correct them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the ledgers in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the same accounting principles are applied across both ledgers.
  
  
  
  Adjust Postings:
  
  If necessary, make adjustments to the postings in one of the ledgers to ensure that they match. This may involve reversing incorrect entries or making corrective postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ACDOCA Table: This is the Universal Journal table in SAP S/4HANA, which contains all the financial data for both FI and CO.
  Ledgers: In SAP, ledgers are used to manage different sets of financial data, which can include different accounting principles, currencies, or reporting requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods) for further investigation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the discrepancy and implement a solution to resolve the error message FINS_RECON_2057.