How To Fix RE008 - Sender total not the same as receiver amounts: the difference is &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Sender total not the same as receiver amounts: the difference is &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE008 - Sender total not the same as receiver amounts: the difference is &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message RE008, which states "Sender total not the same as receiver amounts: the difference is &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Real Estate Management (RE) module. This error indicates a discrepancy between the total amounts in the sender and receiver accounts during a posting or transfer process.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be mistakes in the amounts entered for the sender or receiver, leading to mismatched totals.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system settings for the relevant accounts or transaction types can lead to discrepancies.
  Incomplete Transactions: If a transaction is not fully processed or if there are missing entries, it can result in differences in totals.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the sender and receiver amounts are in different currencies, conversion rates may not have been applied correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting periods are not aligned or if there are restrictions on certain periods, it can cause mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Amounts: Check the amounts entered for both the sender and receiver. Ensure that they match and are correctly entered.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings for the accounts involved. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies in the account settings.
  Check Transaction Completeness: Ensure that all necessary entries for the transaction have been made and that the transaction is complete.
  Currency Check: If applicable, verify that currency conversion rates are correctly applied and that the amounts are being compared in the same currency.
  Posting Period Review: Ensure that the posting periods are open and that there are no restrictions preventing the transaction from being processed correctly.
  Use SAP Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like RECN or REIS) to review the details of the transactions and identify where the discrepancy lies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Real Estate Management for detailed information on transaction processing and configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RE008 error message in SAP.