How To Fix TA262 - Table has convertible differences: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TA - Extended table maintenance (eval., Customizing, client copy)

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Table has convertible differences: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA262 - Table has convertible differences: & ?

  The SAP error message TA262, which states "Table has convertible differences: &," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there are discrepancies in the currency conversion of amounts in a table. This can happen when there are differences in the exchange rates used for transactions and the rates used for reporting or when there are inconsistencies in the currency settings.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: The error often arises when there are differences in the currency conversion rates between the transaction data and the reporting data.
  Inconsistent Currency Settings: If the currency settings in the configuration do not match the currencies used in the transactions, it can lead to convertible differences.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the currency settings, it can lead to discrepancies.
  Open Items: Open items in accounts that have not been cleared can also lead to this error if they involve different currencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Settings: Verify the currency settings in the configuration. Ensure that the currencies used in transactions match the settings in the system.
  Review Exchange Rates: Check the exchange rates used for the transactions and ensure they are consistent with the rates used for reporting. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB08 to view and maintain exchange rates.
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items causing the issue, consider clearing them. This may involve posting adjustments or clearing transactions.
  Run Reports: Use relevant reports to identify the specific transactions or accounts that are causing the convertible differences. This can help in pinpointing the source of the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TA262 for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for financial accounting and currency conversion to understand the underlying principles and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the TA262 error message in SAP.