How To Fix G5843 - ACDOCA amounts do not match BSEG for doc line & & in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 843

• Message text: ACDOCA amounts do not match BSEG for doc line & & in company code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5843 - ACDOCA amounts do not match BSEG for doc line & & in company code & ?

  The SAP error message G5843 indicates a discrepancy between the amounts in the ACDOCA table (which is the Universal Journal for Financial Accounting) and the BSEG table (which contains line item details for accounting documents) for a specific document line in a given company code. This error typically arises during processes such as document posting, reconciliation, or when running reports that involve both tables.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is a data inconsistency between the ACDOCA and BSEG tables. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual changes to accounting documents.
  Incomplete or failed postings.
  Issues during data migration or system upgrades.
  Incorrectly configured settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Document Splitting: If document splitting is enabled, discrepancies can occur if the splitting logic is not correctly applied or if there are issues with the configuration.
  
  
  Custom Developments: Custom programs or enhancements that manipulate accounting documents may inadvertently cause inconsistencies.
  
  
  Parallel Processing: If multiple processes are trying to update the same document simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Consistency: Use transaction codes like FB03 to display the document in question and verify the amounts in both ACDOCA and BSEG. 
  
  
  Reconcile Data: You can run reports or use transaction codes like S_ALR_87012284 (for reconciliation) to identify discrepancies between the two tables.
  
  
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP tools such as:
  
  Transaction FBRA: To reverse the document if it is found to be incorrect.
  Transaction SARA: To archive and clean up old data that may be causing issues.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for document splitting and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Repair: In some cases, you may need to manually adjust the entries in the database, but this should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of SAP support or a qualified consultant.
  
  
  System Upgrade: If the issue is related to a known bug in the version of SAP you are using, consider applying the latest patches or upgrades.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ACDOCA Table: This table is part of the Universal Journal and contains all the line items for financial accounting, controlling, and other modules.
  BSEG Table: This is the line item table for accounting documents, which stores detailed information about each accounting entry.
  Document Splitting: A feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria, which can affect how amounts are recorded in ACDOCA and BSEG.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further investigation and resolution.