How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT206 - AR amount mismatch between VL and Cash Batch for VL document number &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: AR amount mismatch between VL and Cash Batch for VL document number &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT206 - AR amount mismatch between VL and Cash Batch for VL document number &. ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT206 indicates an "AR amount mismatch between VL and Cash Batch" for a specific Vendor Logistics (VL) document number. This error typically arises in the context of accounts receivable (AR) processing, particularly when there is a discrepancy between the amounts recorded in the Vendor Logistics document and the amounts in the associated cash batch.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect amounts may have been entered in either the VL document or the cash batch.
  Timing Issues: If transactions are processed at different times, it may lead to temporary mismatches.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system related to cash management or accounts receivable could lead to mismatches.
  Document Changes: If the VL document was modified after the cash batch was created, it could lead to discrepancies.
  Currency Differences: If the transactions involve different currencies and the conversion rates are not correctly applied, it can lead to mismatches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Amounts: Check the amounts in both the VL document and the cash batch to ensure they match. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Review Document Changes: If the VL document was changed, ensure that the cash batch reflects those changes. You may need to adjust the cash batch accordingly.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to cash management and accounts receivable to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Reprocess Transactions: If the issue is due to timing, consider reprocessing the transactions to ensure they are aligned.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context on the issue.
  Contact 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 FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate the documents involved.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on accounts receivable and cash management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT206.