How To Fix GLE_MCA656 - Item on equivalent account for currency &1 missing in source file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Item on equivalent account for currency &1 missing in source file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA656 - Item on equivalent account for currency &1 missing in source file ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA656 indicates that there is a missing item on an equivalent account for a specific currency in the source file during a financial transaction or data upload process. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with currency translations or postings that involve multiple currencies.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Equivalent Account: The error suggests that the system is looking for an equivalent account for a specific currency, but it cannot find it in the source file. This could be due to:
  
  The equivalent account not being defined in the system for the specified currency.
  The source file not containing the necessary data for the equivalent account.
  Incorrect configuration in the financial settings or master data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the financial accounting module, such as missing mappings between accounts and currencies.
  
  
  Data Upload Errors: If the error occurs during a data upload, it could be due to incorrect formatting or missing fields in the source file.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the equivalent accounts for the specified currency are correctly defined in the system. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant account in the SAP system and checking the account settings.
  Ensuring that the account is set up to handle transactions in the specified currency.
  
  
  
  Review Source File: Inspect the source file being used for the transaction or upload:
  
  Ensure that it contains all necessary fields, including the equivalent account for the specified currency.
  Check for any formatting issues or missing data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the financial accounting module:
  
  Ensure that the currency settings and mappings are correctly configured.
  Check if there are any missing entries in the configuration tables related to currency and account mappings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error. This may include checking for any known issues or patches related to the version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction or data upload to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for defining account types) and OBY6 (for defining currency types) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to GLE_MCA656 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.