How To Fix OIU_AR018 - Not all selected records have a balance

OIU_AR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIU_AR - Message for PRA Accounts Receivable

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Not all selected records have a balance

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OIU_AR018 - Details

• The SAP error message OIU_AR018, which states "Not all selected records have a balance," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (O&G) module, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable (AR) transactions. This error indicates that the system has detected discrepancies in the balances of the selected records, which can prevent further processing.
  Causes:
  
  Unbalanced Transactions: The selected records may include transactions that do not have corresponding entries to balance them out. For example, an invoice may not have a corresponding payment recorded.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be mistakes in data entry, such as incorrect amounts or missing records that should have been included in the transaction.
  Incomplete Processing: Some transactions may not have been fully processed or posted, leading to an imbalance.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the accounts or the way transactions are set up in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selected Records: Check the selected records