How To Fix G0465 - Special items missing for posting balance sheet translation differences

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 465

• Message text: Special items missing for posting balance sheet translation differences

What causes this issue?

Balance sheet translation differences are to be posted in the income
statement.
However, the special items required for this have not been specified
(in full).

System Response

Program termination

How to fix this error?

Specify the required special items in Customizing:
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUCX01_CU10>Define posting of B/S translation
differences in the I/S</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0465 - Special items missing for posting balance sheet translation differences ?

  The SAP error message G0465, which states "Special items missing for posting balance sheet translation differences," typically occurs during the process of translating balance sheet items in a multi-currency environment. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary special items that are required for posting translation differences.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Special Items: The error usually arises when the special items for balance sheet translation differences are not defined or are missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The settings for currency translation in the financial accounting module may not be properly configured.
  Missing Account Assignment: The accounts that should be used for posting translation differences may not be assigned correctly in the system.
  Currency Settings: There may be issues with the currency settings for the company code or the relevant accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Items Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Translation > Define Special Items for Translation Differences.
  Ensure that the necessary special items for balance sheet translation differences are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignments:
  
  Check the account assignments for the relevant company code and ensure that the accounts for translation differences are correctly assigned.
  You can do this by navigating to Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Create/Change.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency settings for the company code are correctly configured.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting > Global Settings > Currencies.
  
  
  
  Run Translation Program:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run the translation program again (Transaction Code: FAGL_FC_VAL) to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FAGL_FC_VAL (for currency translation) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.