How To Fix GC591 - The local cur. and group currency values have opposing debit/credit signs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 591

• Message text: The local cur. and group currency values have opposing debit/credit signs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC591 - The local cur. and group currency values have opposing debit/credit signs ?

  The SAP error message GC591 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the local currency and group currency values in a financial document, specifically that they have opposing debit/credit signs. This typically occurs during the posting of financial transactions where the amounts in local currency and group currency do not match in terms of their debit or credit nature.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting: The most common cause is that the amounts were posted incorrectly, leading to a mismatch in the signs of the local and group currency values.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are issues with currency conversion rates or if the rates are not maintained correctly, it can lead to discrepancies.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual entries or adjustments that do not align with the expected debit/credit structure can also cause this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings or in the currency settings of the company code can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Document: Check the document that triggered the error. Look for any discrepancies in the amounts posted in local and group currencies.
  Correct the Posting: If you find that the amounts are posted incorrectly, you may need to reverse the incorrect document and repost it with the correct amounts.
  Check Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings for the company code are correctly configured. This includes checking the exchange rates and ensuring they are up to date.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct amounts or the nature of the postings, consult with your finance team or accounting department for guidance.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to review the document details and FB08 (Reverse Document) if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB03 (Display Document), and FB08 (Reverse Document).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding currency settings and financial postings to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: If changes are made to configurations or postings, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.