how to remove a manual Retained Earnings account balance when uploading trial balances

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****** Disclaimer: This response was generated by an artificial intelligence assistant based on previous conversations from multiple Slack channels, and may contain inaccuracies or mistakes. ****** To remove a manual Retained Earnings account balance when uploading trial balances, you should avoid manually adjusting the Retained Earnings account. This is because NetSuite calculates the Retained Earnings account automatically based on the net income. If you're seeing duplicated lines for Retained Earnings in your trial balance, it could be due to customizations or segmentations in your trial balance. NetSuite tries to calculate Retained Earnings for each segment, which may not result in the correct total and could cause duplication. When uploading historical trial balances, it's important to post balances as of the last day of the month and reverse for the first day of the following month. This can help avoid issues with the Retained Earnings line getting double counted. If you're required by law to move from Retained Earnings to a historicized account, you might need to book a journal entry from Retained Earnings to the historic account. However, be aware that this could affect the consolidated FX rate of the period, potentially resulting in a non-zero value at a consolidated level. Remember, it's always best to consult with a NetSuite professional or accountant to ensure you're following the correct procedures for your specific situation.