How To Fix WZRE_IV263 - More than one open accrual (&1) found for supplier &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZRE_IV - Clearing Workbench

• Message number: 263

• Message text: More than one open accrual (&1) found for supplier &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZRE_IV263 - More than one open accrual (&1) found for supplier &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZRE_IV263 More than one open accrual (&1) found for supplier &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the invoice verification or posting process in SAP when the system finds more than one open accrual document for the same supplier. An open accrual is typically a goods receipt or service entry sheet that has been posted but not yet invoiced or cleared.
  In other words, the system expects only one open accrual document per supplier for the invoice being posted, but it detects multiple open accruals, which causes ambiguity in matching the invoice to the correct accrual.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During invoice verification (transaction MIRO or related).
  When the system tries to match an incoming invoice to an existing open accrual (GR/IR clearing).
  When multiple open accruals exist for the same supplier and the system cannot determine which one to clear.
  
  
  Typical Causes:
  
  Multiple goods receipts or service entry sheets have been posted for the same supplier but not yet invoiced.
  Partial invoicing or multiple partial deliveries have created several open accruals.
  Incorrect or missing reference data in the invoice or purchase order.
  Manual postings or adjustments that left multiple open accruals.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the open accruals:
  
  Use transaction codes like MB5S (List of GR/IR clearing accounts) or FBL1N (Vendor line item display) to check open items for the supplier.
  Check for multiple open goods receipts or service entry sheets that have not been invoiced.
  
  
  
  Clear or close unnecessary open accruals:
  
  If some open accruals are no longer valid, they should be cleared or reversed.
  Post the corresponding invoices for the open accruals to clear them.
  
  
  
  Invoice matching:
  
  Ensure the invoice being posted references the correct purchase order and delivery.
  If the invoice covers multiple deliveries, consider splitting the invoice or referencing all relevant documents.
  
  
  
  Adjust system settings (if applicable):
  
  In some cases, configuration settings related to invoice verification tolerances or matching criteria may need review.
  
  
  
  Consult with Purchasing and Accounting:
  
  Coordinate with purchasing to confirm the status of deliveries and with accounting to verify open accruals.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The GR/IR account is a clearing account used to match goods receipts and invoices.
  Multiple open accruals can cause reconciliation issues and affect financial reporting.
  Proper process discipline in goods receipt and invoice verification helps avoid this error.
  SAP Notes and OSS messages may provide specific patches or updates if this is a known system issue.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  More than one open accrual found for supplier
  
  
  Cause
  Multiple open goods receipts/service entry sheets exist for the supplier, causing ambiguity in invoice matching
  
  
  Solution
  Identify and clear/reconcile open accruals; ensure invoice references correct PO/delivery; coordinate with purchasing/accounting
  
  
  Transactions
  MIRO, MB5S, FBL1N
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific transaction steps or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!