How To Fix FMKU053 - Document must be balanced (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMKU - FM budgeting, kernel utilities

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Document must be balanced (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMKU053 - Document must be balanced (&1) ?

  The SAP error message FMKU053 ("Document must be balanced (&1)") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when you are trying to post a document that does not meet the balancing requirements. This error indicates that the total debits do not equal the total credits in the financial document you are attempting to post.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unbalanced Document: The most common cause is that the document you are trying to post has an imbalance between the debit and credit amounts. This can happen if:
  
  You have missed entering a line item.
  The amounts entered in the line items do not sum up correctly.
  There is a mistake in the account assignment or cost center.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the Funds Management module may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or not open for the transaction type you are trying to post, it may also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Entries: Review the document you are trying to post. Ensure that:
  
  All line items are entered correctly.
  The total debits equal the total credits.
  There are no missing or incorrectly entered amounts.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignments: Ensure that all account assignments (such as cost centers, internal orders, etc.) are correctly assigned and valid.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or a consultant to review the Funds Management settings.
  
  
  Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to post. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FB50 (for general ledger postings) or FMX1 (for funds management) to check the details of the document and make necessary corrections.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for posting and reviewing documents, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  FMX1: Create Funds Management Document
  FMX2: Change Funds Management Document
  FMX3: Display Funds Management Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for FMKU053 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Funds Management for detailed guidelines on document posting and balancing requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMKU053 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.