How To Fix GLE_MCA142 - Balance between equivalent and position accounts (FnC:&1) is &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Balance between equivalent and position accounts (FnC:&1) is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA142 - Balance between equivalent and position accounts (FnC:&1) is &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA142 indicates that there is an imbalance between equivalent accounts and position accounts in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO). This error typically arises during the posting of transactions or during the execution of financial reports, where the system expects that the balances of equivalent accounts (like asset accounts) should match the balances of position accounts (like liability accounts).
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect postings or data entry mistakes can lead to discrepancies between the accounts.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of account types or settings in the financial module can cause imbalances.
  Missing Transactions: If certain transactions have not been posted or have been reversed incorrectly, it can lead to an imbalance.
  Currency Differences: If transactions are posted in different currencies without proper conversion, it can lead to discrepancies.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual journal entries that do not follow the proper accounting rules can create imbalances.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transactions: Check the transactions that have been posted to the accounts in question. Look for any discrepancies or errors in the postings.
  Reconcile Accounts: Perform a reconciliation of the equivalent and position accounts to identify where the imbalance is occurring.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the account settings and configurations in the SAP system are correct and align with the business processes.
  Adjust Entries: If errors are found, make the necessary adjustments or corrections to the entries to ensure that the balances match.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related transactions.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze the balances of the accounts involved and identify any discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items), and others that can help in reviewing account balances.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to view and modify the accounts in question.
  Training: Consider training for users involved in financial postings to minimize data entry errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.