1I887 - BCA/FI comparison only allowed for balance sheet accounts: &1 is wrong

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 887

• Message text: BCA/FI comparison only allowed for balance sheet accounts: &1 is wrong

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I887 - BCA/FI comparison only allowed for balance sheet accounts: &1 is wrong ?

  The SAP error message 1I887 indicates that there is an issue with the comparison of balances in the BCA (Balance Comparison Account) and FI (Financial Accounting) modules. Specifically, the error states that the comparison is only allowed for balance sheet accounts, and the account in question (represented by &1) is not a balance sheet account.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  You are trying to perform a balance comparison for an account that is not classified as a balance sheet account (e.g., an income statement account).
  The configuration settings in the system may not be correctly set up to allow for the comparison of the specified account type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Type:
  
  Verify the account type of the account referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is a balance sheet account. You can do this by checking the account master data in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the account is indeed a balance sheet account but is still causing the error, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for BCA and FI comparison are correctly configured to include the relevant accounts.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Accounts:
  
  If you are trying to compare balances for an income statement account, consider using a different balance sheet account for the comparison, as the system only allows comparisons for balance sheet accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to BCA and FI configurations to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the account type and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Types in SAP: Understand the difference between balance sheet accounts (assets and liabilities) and income statement accounts (revenues and expenses).
  BCA Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for Balance Comparison Accounts in SAP, which can be found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FS00 to view and edit account master data, and OB52 to check and adjust posting periods if necessary.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.