How To Fix MQ308 - & &: Difference between settlement documents too large (& or &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 308

• Message text: & &: Difference between settlement documents too large (& or &)

What causes this issue?

Too large a difference was determined for object &v1& in year &v2& when
reconciling the settlement documents with the credits from settlement.
The difference amounts to
In object currency ,, &v3&
In controlling area currency,, &v4&
The maximum difference, however, amounts to 10 currency units for
RKAABR01 and RKAABR02.

System Response

The settlement documents were not corrected for object &v2&.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.
You should check whether the differences are to be put down to rounding
differences only or are due to data inconsistency or a program error.
If the differences are to be put down to rounding differences, you can
force reconciliation by starting program RKAABR03 with a
correspondingly high maximum difference. Otherwise you have to correct
the cause of the error (possibly in cooperation with the SAP Hotline).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ308 - & &: Difference between settlement documents too large (& or &) ?

  The SAP error message MQ308 indicates that there is an issue with the size of settlement documents in the system. This error typically arises when the system attempts to process settlement documents that exceed the allowable size limits set within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Document Size Limit: The error occurs when the total size of the settlement documents being processed exceeds the maximum limit defined in the system configuration.
  Data Volume: Large volumes of data being processed in a single transaction can lead to this error, especially if multiple documents are being settled at once.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that limit the size of documents for performance reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Split the Settlement Documents: If possible, try to split the settlement documents into smaller batches. This can help in processing them without exceeding the size limit.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to document size limits in the SAP system. You may need to adjust these settings if they are too restrictive.
  Archiving Old Data: If the error is due to a large volume of historical data, consider archiving old or unnecessary data to reduce the overall size of the documents being processed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases patches and updates that can resolve known issues.
  Increase Document Size Limit: If you have the necessary permissions and it is appropriate for your business processes, consider increasing the document size limit in the system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the underlying data structures and limits.
  Performance Considerations: Be aware that increasing document size limits can have performance implications, so it should be done judiciously.
  Testing: After making any changes, ensure thorough testing is conducted to confirm that the error is resolved and that system performance remains optimal.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and support.