How To Fix UCR0237 - Key figure values in document &1 do not balance to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCR0 - Messages for Reporting of Transaction Data

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Key figure values in document &1 do not balance to zero

What causes this issue?

The system has checked a document as to whether the values in local
currency, transaction currency, and group currency respectively balance
to zero. This is not the case. The related document also does not
include statistical items.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Examine the document concerned.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCR0237 - Key figure values in document &1 do not balance to zero ?

  The SAP error message UCR0237 indicates that the key figure values in a specific document do not balance to zero. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Journal or when dealing with financial documents, where the system expects that the sum of debits and credits (or other key figures) should equal zero.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries in the document, leading to an imbalance.
  Missing Entries: Some entries that should have been recorded (either debits or credits) might be missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the key figures or the underlying data model may not be set up correctly.
  Posting Errors: Errors during the posting process, such as incorrect account assignments or missing postings, can lead to this issue.
  Document Changes: If the document has been changed after initial posting, it may have led to an imbalance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Document Entries: Check the document referenced in the error message for any discrepancies in the key figure values. Ensure that all entries are correct and complete.
  Reconcile Accounts: Ensure that all accounts involved in the transaction are properly reconciled and that all necessary entries are present.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the key figures in question to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Adjust Entries: If you find any missing or incorrect entries, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the key figures balance to zero.
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP tools such as the "Document Overview" or "Line Item Display" to analyze the document and identify where the imbalance is occurring.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the key figures and the context of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to investigate the document further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCR0237 error and implement a solution to resolve it.