How To Fix GK869 - Entry cannot be posted: B/S or I/S balance of &1 in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Entry cannot be posted: B/S or I/S balance of &1 in &2

What causes this issue?

The document cannot be posted because the balance sheet and/or income
statement have a non-zero balance.
When posting <DS:GLOS.financial_statement_item>financial statement
items</> belonging to a <DS:GLOS.balance_sheet>balance sheet</> or
<DS:GLOS.income_statement>income statement</>, ensure that the balance
sheet and income statement remain balanced.
The current document does meet this requirement.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Adjust the amounts for the FS items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK869 - Entry cannot be posted: B/S or I/S balance of &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message GK869 indicates that there is an issue with posting a transaction due to an imbalance in the balance sheet (B/S) or income statement (I/S) for a specific account in a particular period. The message typically appears when trying to post a journal entry or a financial transaction that would result in an inconsistency in the financial statements.
  Cause:
  
  Imbalance in Accounts: The most common cause is that the total debits do not equal the total credits for the transaction being posted, leading to an imbalance.
  Incorrect Account Configuration: The account may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may have restrictions that prevent posting.
  Period Closure: The financial period may be closed, preventing any further postings to that period.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the transaction that is being posted, such as incorrect amounts or account numbers.
  Currency Issues: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, there may be discrepancies in currency conversion or exchange rates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Details: Review the transaction details to ensure that the total debits equal the total credits. Make any necessary adjustments.
  Verify Account Configuration: Ensure that the account in question is configured correctly and is open for posting. Check the account type and any restrictions that may apply.
  Open Financial Period: If the financial period is closed, you may need to reopen it or post the transaction in an open period.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check all data entries for accuracy, including amounts, account numbers, and any other relevant information.
  Currency Conversion: If applicable, verify that currency conversion rates are correct and that the amounts are accurately converted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB50 (General Ledger Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) to review and correct the entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on financial postings and error handling.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to post transactions in the specified accounts.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant familiar with your specific SAP configuration.