How To Fix FINS_SIS_BAL037 - Balance for &1/&2/&3 in the import file differs from original balance.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_SIS_BAL - Impl. of Doc. Splitting: Balances

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Balance for &1/&2/&3 in the import file differs from original balance.

What causes this issue?

In the import file, the total amount that is calculated based on the
company code &V2&, ledger &V3&, and the GL account &V1& doesn't match
the original total amount in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_SIS_BAL037 - Balance for &1/&2/&3 in the import file differs from original balance. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_SIS_BAL037 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the balance in the import file and the original balance in the system for a specific account or document. This error typically occurs during the data import process, particularly when dealing with financial data or balances.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the balance in the import file does not match the balance that is already recorded in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry in the import file.
  Changes made to the original balance after the import file was created.
  Data corruption or formatting issues in the import file.
  
  
  
  Timing Issues: If the original balance was updated after the import file was generated, this could lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how balances are calculated or imported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Import File: Check the import file for accuracy. Ensure that the balances are correctly calculated and match the original balances in the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Original Balances: Review the original balances in the SAP system for the specified account or document. Make sure that they are correct and have not been altered since the import file was created.
  
  
  Recreate Import File: If discrepancies are found, it may be necessary to recreate the import file with the correct balances.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration settings, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for the import process.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test import with a small dataset to ensure that the issue has been resolved before proceeding with a full import.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check balances.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding data import processes and balance checks to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.