How To Fix FKKINV696 - Balance change reason allowed only for posting already made

FKKINV696 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Balance change reason allowed only for posting already made

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV696 - Balance change reason allowed only for posting already made ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV696 ("Balance change reason allowed only for posting already made") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Invoicing (CI) or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that a balance change reason is being used in a situation where it is not permitted, specifically when there has not been a prior posting that would allow for such a change.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Balance Change Reason: The balance change reason you are trying to use is only valid for adjustments to postings that have already been made. If there are no prior postings, the system will not allow the change.
  Posting Sequence: The posting sequence may not be correct. For example, if you are trying to adjust a balance before the original transaction has been posted, the system will reject this action.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be