How To Fix GLE_ECS_MSG_S023 - First-level check: Avg. bal. crcy does not match bal. crcy, item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_MSG_S - Predefined Messages in Error Correction System

• Message number: 023

• Message text: First-level check: Avg. bal. crcy does not match bal. crcy, item &1

What causes this issue?

The balance and the average balance are not consistent. You have to
enter a balance in the amount field for each average balance.
The system cannot balance or split the document.
Note:
You can post documents only if their debits and credits together sum to
zero.
You cannot post documents that have more than 990 line items.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S023 - First-level check: Avg. bal. crcy does not match bal. crcy, item &1 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_MSG_S023 indicates that there is a mismatch between the average balance currency and the balance currency for a specific item in the system. This error typically arises during the processing of financial documents or when performing certain financial operations in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The average balance currency (the currency used for averaging balances) does not match the balance currency (the currency in which the actual balance is recorded) for a specific line item.
  This can happen due to configuration issues, data entry errors, or inconsistencies in the currency settings for the relevant accounts or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the relevant accounts in the SAP system. Ensure that the average balance currency and the balance currency are correctly set up in the system.
  Go to the configuration settings for the General Ledger (GL) accounts and check the currency settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Examine the specific line item mentioned in the error message (indicated by item &1). Check the currency settings for that item and ensure they are consistent.
  If the item was created or modified recently, review the changes to see if any currency-related fields were altered.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all related documents and transactions are consistent in terms of currency. If there are discrepancies, you may need to correct or adjust the affected transactions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to review the details of the transactions and identify any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling currency-related issues in financial transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for financial reporting and document management in SAP.
  Currency Settings: Understand how currency settings are configured in SAP, including the use of different currencies for different accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GLE_ECS_MSG_S023 error in your SAP system.