How To Fix FINS_RECON_2060 - &1: Inconsistent Balance Carry Forward for Account &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 060

• Message text: &1: Inconsistent Balance Carry Forward for Account &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_RECON_2060 - &1: Inconsistent Balance Carry Forward for Account &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_RECON_2060 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the balance carry forward for a specific account. This typically occurs during the year-end closing process when balances from one fiscal year are carried forward to the next. The error message provides two placeholders: &1 for the account number and &2 for the specific account type or category.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Balances: The most common cause of this error is that the balance carried forward from the previous fiscal year does not match the balance that is expected in the current fiscal year. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual adjustments made to the account that were not properly reflected in the carry forward process.
  Errors in the closing process of the previous fiscal year.
  Incorrect configuration or settings in the financial accounting module.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: If there are missing entries or incorrect postings in the general ledger, it can lead to discrepancies in the balances.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes in the chart of accounts, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Balance Carry Forward: Review the balance carry forward process for the affected account. Ensure that the balances from the previous year are correctly carried forward to the current year.
  
  
  Reconcile Accounts: Perform a reconciliation of the account in question. Compare the balances in the general ledger with the expected balances. Identify any discrepancies and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Review Year-End Closing Process: Ensure that all steps in the year-end closing process were completed successfully. This includes checking for any unposted documents or errors that may have occurred during the closing.
  
  
  Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made, ensure that they are properly documented and reflected in the financial statements. You may need to reverse or correct any erroneous postings.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze the account balances and identify any inconsistencies. Reports such as the balance sheet or trial balance can help in identifying discrepancies.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and the nature of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  S_ALR_87012301: G/L Account Balances
  S_ALR_87012304: Trial Balance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to year-end closing and balance carry forward processes for additional insights and best practices.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the FINS_RECON_2060 error message.