How To Fix G3610 - Cons documents were found with a local currency balance not equal to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 610

• Message text: Cons documents were found with a local currency balance not equal to zero

What causes this issue?

Updated documents should not show a balance in the local currency.
Documents with a local currency balance not equal to zero can arise if
data is updated to consolidation units with different local currencies
in a data stream for business area consolidation. If this is not the
possible cause, this circumstance points to a serious error in realtime
update.

How to fix this error?

Should the above mentioned possibility of different local currencies be
ruled out, inform SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3610 - Cons documents were found with a local currency balance not equal to zero ?

  The SAP error message G3610 indicates that there are "consignment documents found with a local currency balance not equal to zero." This typically occurs in the context of consignment stock management, where the system expects that the balance for certain documents should be zero, but it has detected a discrepancy.
  Cause:
  
  Unsettled Consignment Stock: The most common cause is that there are consignment stock documents that have not been fully settled. This means that the stock has not been transferred to the customer or has not been billed correctly.
  Incorrect Posting: There may have been incorrect postings or adjustments made to the consignment stock that resulted in a non-zero balance.
  Incomplete Transactions: Transactions related to the consignment stock may not have been completed, leading to outstanding balances.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are issues with currency conversion or if the local currency settings are not configured correctly, it may lead to discrepancies in balances.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Consignment Documents: Check the consignment documents in question to identify any that have outstanding balances. You can use transaction codes like MB54 (Consignment Stock) or MB5T (Stock in Transit) to review the relevant documents.
  Clear Outstanding Balances: If you find documents with outstanding balances, you may need to clear them by either:
  
  Settling the consignment stock (e.g., transferring stock to the customer).
  Creating billing documents for the consignment stock that has been consumed.
  
  
  Check for Errors in Posting: Review the postings related to the consignment stock to ensure that there are no errors. If there are incorrect postings, you may need to reverse or adjust them.
  Run Consignment Reports: Use standard SAP reports to analyze consignment stock and identify any discrepancies. Reports like MB5B (Stock on Hand) can help in identifying issues.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that all financial postings related to consignment stock are accurate and complete.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB54, MB5T, and MB5B for managing and reviewing consignment stock.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to consignment stock management that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on consignment stock processes to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G3610 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.