How To Fix /PM0/TEST002 - Journal no. of account balance item does not match j.no. of header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/TEST -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Journal no. of account balance item does not match j.no. of header

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/TEST002 - Journal no. of account balance item does not match j.no. of header ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/TEST002 Journal no. of account balance item does not match j.no. of header typically occurs in the context of financial postings or journal entries in SAP. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the journal number of the account balance item and the journal number of the header in a financial document.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The journal number in the header of the document does not match the journal number of the line items (account balance items).
  Document Changes: If the document was modified after it was created, it might have led to inconsistencies between the header and line items.
  Posting Logic: The posting logic in the system may not be correctly configured, leading to mismatches.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate journal entries, they may inadvertently cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Consistency:
  
  Review the document in question to ensure that the journal number in the header matches the journal numbers of all line items.
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Document:
  
  If the document is found to be inconsistent, consider reversing the document and recreating it correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration for journal entries is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB03 (Display Document), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to journal entries and financial postings for best practices and guidelines.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.