How To Fix FMGL204 - Balance crryfrwrd contains different values for acct asmnt &1 and acct &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMGL - New General Ledger for Public Sector

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Balance crryfrwrd contains different values for acct asmnt &1 and acct &2

What causes this issue?

The account &v1& contains different values for the account assignment
&v2&.

System Response

You cannot perform any automatic balance carryforward posting.

How to fix this error?

Perform a manual balance carryforward posting.

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 FMGL204 - Balance crryfrwrd contains different values for acct asmnt &1 and acct &2 ?

  The SAP error message FMGL204 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance carried forward (carryforward) between two accounts during the financial closing process. Specifically, it suggests that the balance for account assignment (acct asmnt) &1 does not match the balance for account &2.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is that the balances for the specified accounts have not been properly reconciled or are inconsistent due to prior postings or adjustments.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the accounts in the financial module, such as incorrect settings for carryforward or account assignment.
  Posting Errors: Manual postings or automated processes may have led to incorrect balances being recorded in the accounts.
  Missing or Incorrect Carryforward Entries: If carryforward entries were not created correctly during the previous fiscal year-end closing, this could lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reconcile Accounts: Check the balances of both accounts involved in the error. Ensure that all postings are correct and that there are no missing entries.
  Review Carryforward Process: Verify that the carryforward process was executed correctly in the previous fiscal year. You may need to re-run the carryforward process if discrepancies are found.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the accounts in question. Ensure that they are set up correctly for carryforward and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Analyze Posting History: Look into the posting history for both accounts to identify any discrepancies or errors that may have occurred.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., FBL3N for account balance display, FAGLB03 for general ledger account balance) to analyze the account balances and postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial accounting, such as:
  
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Balances
  FAGLB03: Display G/L Account Balances (New)
  F.01: Financial Statements
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation and resolution.