How To Fix G00656 - Different debit/credit signs in file

G00656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Different debit/credit signs in file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00656 - Different debit/credit signs in file ?

  The SAP error message G00656, which states "Different debit/credit signs in file," typically occurs during the processing of financial documents, particularly when importing or uploading data into the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the debit and credit signs in the data file being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data file may contain entries where the debit and credit amounts are not properly aligned. For example, a debit amount might be recorded as a positive value while the corresponding credit amount is recorded as a negative value, or vice versa.
  File Format Issues: The format of the file being uploaded may not conform to the expected structure, leading to misinterpretation of the debit and credit signs.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect signs being used for debit and credit amounts.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned