How To Fix G4736 - Document can not be balanced in parallel currency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 736

• Message text: Document can not be balanced in parallel currency.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4736 - Document can not be balanced in parallel currency. ?

  The SAP error message G4736, "Document cannot be balanced in parallel currency," typically occurs when there is an issue with the currency settings in a financial document. This error is related to the handling of parallel currencies in SAP, which allows organizations to manage multiple currencies for reporting and accounting purposes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Configuration: The document may have been entered with a currency that is not properly configured for parallel currency accounting. This can happen if the currency settings in the company code or the document itself do not align with the parallel currency settings.
  
  
  Missing Parallel Currency: The document may not have a corresponding value in the parallel currency field, which is required for balancing.
  
  
  Inconsistent Amounts: The amounts in the document may not be consistent across the different currencies, leading to an imbalance.
  
  
  Currency Type Issues: The currency type used in the document may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration: Verify the currency settings in the company code configuration. Ensure that the parallel currency is defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  Review Document Entry: Go back to the document entry and check if the amounts in the document are correctly entered in both the local and parallel currencies. Make sure that the amounts are balanced.
  
  
  Update Parallel Currency: If the document is missing a value in the parallel currency field, you may need to update it manually or re-enter the document with the correct values.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct currency settings or how to resolve the issue, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to review the document and FB02 (Change Document) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Check for System Notes: Sometimes, system notes or logs can provide additional context on why the error occurred. Check the application log for any related messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Parallel Currency Types: In SAP, you can have multiple currency types (e.g., local currency, group currency, and hard currency). Ensure that the document is set up to handle these correctly.
  
  
  Configuration Path: The configuration for parallel currencies can typically be found in the SAP IMG under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare for Parallel Accounting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on handling currencies and financial documents.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G4736 error and implement a solution to resolve it.