How To Fix H1636 - Errors occured when carrying forward (see error log)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Errors occured when carrying forward (see error log)

What causes this issue?

The rules/financing assignments of some budget structure elements could
not be carried forward because errors occurred.

System Response

The errors that occurred are output in an error log and can be
processed from there.

How to fix this error?

The carryforward can be restarted once the errors have been rectified.
Rules/financing assignments already carried forward will not be taken
into account this time.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1636 - Errors occured when carrying forward (see error log) ?

  The SAP error message H1636 indicates that there were errors during the carry-forward process in the system. This process is typically related to financial accounting and controlling, where balances from one fiscal year are carried forward to the next. The error message suggests that there are issues that need to be addressed before the carry-forward can be successfully completed.
  Causes of Error H1636
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the financial data that prevent the carry-forward from being processed. This could include missing or incorrect entries in the general ledger or sub-ledgers.
  
  
  Open Items: There may be open items in accounts that need to be cleared before the carry-forward can occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial module can lead to errors during the carry-forward process.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the carry-forward may not have the necessary authorizations to complete the process.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server, that are causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check the Error Log: The first step is to check the error log for more detailed information about the specific errors that occurred during the carry-forward process. This log can provide insights into what needs to be corrected.
  
  
  Clear Open Items: Review and clear any open items in the accounts that are preventing the carry-forward. This may involve posting adjustments or clearing transactions.
  
  
  Review Data Consistency: Ensure that all financial data is consistent and complete. This may involve running reports to identify discrepancies and correcting them.
  
  
  Verify Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure they are set up correctly for the carry-forward process.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the carry-forward. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F.16 (Carry Forward Balances) and F.01 (Financial Statement) to help in troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to year-end closing and carry-forward processes for additional guidance.
  Testing: If changes are made, consider testing the carry-forward process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the H1636 error in SAP.