How To Fix FZ520 - +/- sign for local/for.curr.balances are different, pmnt not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 520

• Message text: +/- sign for local/for.curr.balances are different, pmnt not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ520 - +/- sign for local/for.curr.balances are different, pmnt not possible ?

  The SAP error message FZ520 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the positive and negative signs of local or foreign currency balances in a payment transaction. This error typically arises during the payment processing phase when the system detects that the total amounts do not match due to sign differences.
  Cause:
  
  Sign Mismatch: The most common cause is that the total of the debit and credit amounts does not balance correctly. For example, if you have a positive amount for a payment and a negative amount for a credit, the system will flag this as an error.
  Currency Differences: If there are transactions in different currencies, the conversion rates or the way the amounts are recorded might lead to discrepancies.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment program or the accounts involved, leading to incorrect postings.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in transaction amounts can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Amounts: Review the payment document to ensure that all amounts are entered correctly and that the signs (positive/negative) are appropriate.
  Verify Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings for the involved accounts are correct and that any necessary currency conversions are applied properly.
  Reconcile Accounts: Check the accounts involved in the payment to ensure that they are reconciled and that there are no outstanding discrepancies.
  Review Payment Program Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration of the payment program in SAP to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to analyze the line items and identify any discrepancies.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to manage payment runs.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment processing and error handling.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform payment transactions, as restrictions can sometimes lead to errors.
  Testing: If changes are made to configurations or data, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FZ520 error in SAP.