How To Fix FV173 - Posting not possible because of incorrect balance of account statement

FV173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Posting not possible because of incorrect balance of account statement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV173 - Posting not possible because of incorrect balance of account statement ?

  The SAP error message FV173, which states "Posting not possible because of incorrect balance of account statement," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account statements in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the balance of the account statement that prevents the posting of a transaction.
  Causes of FV173 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Account Statement Balance: The balance in the account statement does not match the expected balance based on the transactions recorded in the system.
  
  
  Uncleared Items: There may be uncleared items or discrepancies in the account that have not been resolved, leading to an incorrect balance.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction you are trying to post.
  
  
  Currency Differences: If there are currency conversions involved, discrepancies in exchange rates or currency amounts can lead to balance issues.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the