How To Fix MQ514 - Adjustment made in the transaction figures for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Adjustment made in the transaction figures for &

What causes this issue?

The reconciliation program adjusted the transaction figures for &V1&.
CASE &V2&.
WHEN 'SS'
A difference was discovered when comparing the status of G/L accounts
which were still open on the last day of the previous fiscal year with
the account balance carried forward to the current fiscal year. The
difference was corrected in the balance carried forward.
Corresponding corrected amounts are recorded in table EWUFI_BAL within
the phase POST and Type SS.
WHEN 'DD'
A difference was discovered when comparing the status of customer
accounts which were still open on the last day of the previous fiscal
year with the account balance carried forward to the current fiscal
year. The difference was corrected in the balance carried forward.
Corresponding corrected amounts are recorded in table EWUFI_BAL within
the Phase POST and Type DD.
WHEN 'KK'
A difference was discovered when comparing the status of vendor
accounts which were still open on the last day of the previous fiscal
year with the account balance carried forward to the current fiscal
year. The difference was corrected in the balance carried forward.
Corresponding corrected amounts are recorded in table EWUFI_BAL within
the Phase POST and Type KK.
WHEN 'A1'
A difference was discovered when comparing the total of fixed assets at
the start of the fiscal year with the reconciliation account balance
carried forward to the current fiscal year. The difference was
corrected in the balance carried forward.
Corresponding corrected amounts are recorded in table EWUFI_BAL within
the Phase POST and Type AS.
This reconciliation phase only occurs when parallel currencies are
being used.
WHEN 'A2'
A difference was discovered when comparing the total of fixed assets at
the start of the fiscal year with the reconciliation account balance
carried forward to the current fiscal year. The difference was
corrected in the balance carried forward.
Corresponding corrected amounts are recorded in table EWUFI_BAL within
the Phase POST and Type AS.
This reconciliation phase always occurs.
ENDCASE.

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?

You can analyze the corrected amounts using the RFEWSBAL program within
the Phase POST and &V2&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ514 - Adjustment made in the transaction figures for & ?

  The SAP error message MQ514, which states "Adjustment made in the transaction figures for &," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or financial transactions. This message indicates that there has been an adjustment made to the transaction figures for a specific material or account, which may affect the inventory valuation or financial reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Inventory Adjustments: The error can arise when there are manual adjustments made to inventory levels, such as goods movements, stock transfers, or inventory counts that do not match the expected figures.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to previous transactions that were not properly posted or reversed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the material management or financial accounting modules can lead to discrepancies in transaction figures.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, adjustments to batch-related transactions can trigger this message.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or if there are issues with the fiscal year settings, it may lead to adjustments being flagged.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transaction History: Check the transaction history for the material or account in question to identify any recent adjustments or postings that may have caused the discrepancy.
  Reconcile Inventory: Perform a physical inventory count and reconcile it with the system records to ensure that the figures match.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the material management and financial accounting modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Analyze Batch Management: If batch management is in use, verify that all batch-related transactions are correctly posted and accounted for.
  Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to process. If necessary, consult with your finance team to adjust the posting periods.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB51 (Material Document List), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB1B (Transfer Posting) to analyze the transactions related to the error.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed explanations of inventory management processes and error handling.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP MM (Material Management) or FI (Financial Accounting) modules for further assistance.