The system automatically creates a debit or credit to balance the accounts because a one-sided entry is not allowed when entering an opening balance for a single account

Use the setup guide for accounts:

1. Go to Setup, Setup Guide
2. Click Accounts
3. Enter in opening balances for desired accounts
4. Click Close to save changes.

Note: Entries have to balance. If total debits do not equal the total credits, an adjusting entry will be made to the Retained Earnings - Previous Year account.

For adjustments to the balance of the Retained Earnings - Previous Year account, see Article ID 16229: Retained earning adjustment in first year in Related Resources.