How To Fix MQ802 - Differences exist in company code &1 for year &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Differences exist in company code &1 for year &2

What causes this issue?

Differences occurred in company code &V1& year &V2&.

How to fix this error?

For further details, refer to the output controller or the spool list.
Spool request name: LIST1S &V3&
<DS:TRAN.SP01>Proceed</>
CASE &V3&.
WHEN 'RFEWA011'.
Contact the SAP problem hotline.
ENDCASE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ802 - Differences exist in company code &1 for year &2 ?

  The SAP error message MQ802 indicates that there are differences in the data for a specific company code and fiscal year. This typically occurs during the execution of a transaction that involves financial data, such as during the posting of documents or during the execution of a report that requires consistency in financial data.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the financial data for the specified company code and fiscal year. This could be due to incomplete postings, missing documents, or discrepancies between different modules (e.g., FI, CO).
  
  
  Open/Closed Periods: The fiscal year may have open and closed periods that are not aligned, leading to differences in the data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial module can lead to discrepancies in the data.
  
  
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments or corrections made to financial data that were not properly reflected in all relevant areas.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MQ802 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like FBL1N, FBL3N, or FBL5N to review the line items for the company code and fiscal year in question.
  Look for any missing or inconsistent postings.
  
  
  
  Review Open and Closed Periods:
  
  Check the period settings in the financial settings (transaction code OB52) to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the fiscal year is open for posting.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction SARA to run consistency checks on the financial data. This can help identify any discrepancies that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Analyze Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that they are set up correctly for the company code and fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Support Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can analyze the specific configuration and data issues in your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 (for period control), FBL1N, FBL3N, and FBL5N (for line item displays).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MQ802 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial data consistency and error handling for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the MQ802 error in your SAP system.