How To Fix FMFG052 - &3- Agency FBT &1 does not equal Treasury's record of FBT for Agency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG - U.S. Federal Government Message Class

• Message number: 052

• Message text: &3- Agency FBT &1 does not equal Treasury's record of FBT for Agency &2

What causes this issue?

Treasury Account Symbol Failed Edit 7 - Treasury Fund Balance
Edit 7 verifies that the MAF preclosing balance is the same as the sum
of the SGL accounts 1010 (Fund Balance with Treasury - FBT), 4350
(Canceled Authority), and 4391 (Adjustments to Indefinite No-Year
Authority).
This edit parallels Edit 7 as performed by Treasury when FACTS II data
for fourth quarter reporting is being processed.

System Response

Error message issued

How to fix this error?

Review message to determine its cause and handle as follows:
Footnote required
Create a footnote using the Maintain Footnotes program
Posting in system was incorrect
Post correcting transaction. Rerun Extract and Edit programs.
Attribute derivation for FACTS II was incorrectly defined
Change derivation rules, then rerun derivations, extract, and edit
programs.
Errors because of missing MAF file data
Either upload correct MAF file, maintain existing MAF file, or ignore.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG052 - &3- Agency FBT &1 does not equal Treasury's record of FBT for Agency &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMFG052 indicates a discrepancy between the Federal Budgetary Transactions (FBT) recorded in your agency's financial system and the records maintained by the Treasury for that agency. This error typically arises in the context of federal financial management, where accurate reporting and reconciliation of budgetary transactions are critical.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be mistakes in the data entered into the system, leading to inconsistencies between your agency's records and the Treasury's records.
  Timing Differences: Transactions may not have been recorded in both systems at the same time, leading to temporary discrepancies.
  Reconciliation Issues: There may be issues with the reconciliation process between your agency's financial records and the Treasury's records.
  System Integration Problems: If there are issues with the integration between different financial systems, it could lead to discrepancies in reported figures.
  Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes in accounting policies or procedures may not have been reflected in both systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reconcile Records: Start by reconciling your agency's FBT records with the Treasury's records. Identify any discrepancies and investigate their causes.
  Review Data Entry: Check for any data entry errors in your agency's financial system. Ensure that all transactions are accurately recorded.
  Check Timing: Verify the timing of transactions. If there are timing differences, ensure that all transactions are recorded in both systems.
  Consult with Treasury: If discrepancies persist, consult with the Treasury to understand their records and any potential issues on their end.
  System Audit: Conduct an audit of the financial systems to identify any integration issues or errors in data transfer.
  Training and Procedures: Ensure that staff are trained on proper data entry and reconciliation procedures to prevent future discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Review any relevant documentation regarding federal budgetary transactions and reconciliation processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FMFG052 error message.
  User Guides: Refer to user guides or manuals for your specific SAP implementation to understand how to handle FBT transactions and reconciliations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT department for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMFG052 error and implement a solution to resolve the discrepancy.