How To Fix FR063 - Reference number does not have to be maintained; no differences exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Reference number does not have to be maintained; no differences exist

What causes this issue?

You wanted to branch to document reconciliation. However, neither
document groups with differences nor documents without a partner
document were selected.

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?

No further actions are necessary for reconciliation. If open items
existed for the key date specified, you can display the account balances
using <LS>Totals overview</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR063 - Reference number does not have to be maintained; no differences exist ?

  The SAP error message FR063 ("Reference number does not have to be maintained; no differences exist") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with invoice verification or payment processing. This message indicates that the system has detected that there are no differences between the reference number and the current transaction, meaning that there is no need to maintain or update the reference number.
  Cause:
  
  No Differences Detected: The primary cause of this error is that the reference number you are trying to maintain or update does not have any discrepancies with the current data in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: It may also occur if the reference number is incorrectly entered or if the transaction has already been processed without any differences.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may lead to this message being triggered if the system is set to not require reference numbers under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Check the reference number you are trying to maintain. Ensure that it is entered correctly and corresponds to the correct transaction.
  Check Transaction Status: Ensure that the transaction you are working with is in the correct status for maintaining reference numbers. If the transaction is already completed or posted, you may not need to maintain the reference number.
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access to system configuration, review the settings related to reference numbers in the relevant financial module (e.g., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable). Adjust settings if necessary to allow for reference number maintenance when appropriate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific transaction you are working with, as there may be additional context or requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to invoice processing, such as MIRO (Invoice Receipt), FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system with notes that address specific error messages and their resolutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain reference numbers in the system, as lack of permissions can also lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR063 error message in SAP.