How To Fix G00642 - Differences between totals data and journal entries were found; see list

G00642 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Differences between totals data and journal entries were found; see list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00642 - Differences between totals data and journal entries were found; see list ?

  The SAP error message G00642 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the totals data and the journal entries in the financial accounting module. This error typically arises during the reconciliation process or when running reports that aggregate financial data. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is that the totals data (which is usually derived from journal entries) does not match the actual journal entries recorded in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual adjustments or corrections made to journal entries after the totals have been calculated.
  Data corruption or inconsistencies due to system errors or interruptions during posting.
  Missing or incomplete postings that have not been reflected in the totals.
  
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: If there are open or closed posting periods that are not aligned with the entries being processed, it can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial accounting