How To Fix >0156 - No items defined or changed for clearing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 156

• Message text: No items defined or changed for clearing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0156 - No items defined or changed for clearing ?

  The SAP error message 0156: No items defined or changed for clearing typically occurs in the context of clearing transactions in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable or accounts payable. This error indicates that the system cannot find any items that are eligible for clearing based on the criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  No Open Items: There are no open items in the account that match the criteria for clearing.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for clearing (such as date range, document type, etc.) may not match any existing items.
  Items Already Cleared: The items you are trying to clear may have already been cleared in a previous transaction.
  Document Status: The documents may be in a status that does not allow them to be cleared (e.g., blocked, not posted).
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further clearing actions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Open Items: Verify that there are indeed open items in the account you are trying to clear. You can do this by using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using for the clearing process are correct and that they match the items you want to clear.
  Check Document Status: Make sure that the documents you are trying to clear are not already cleared or in a status that prevents clearing.
  Adjust Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, you may need to open it again (if appropriate) or wait until the next period.
  Use Alternative Clearing Methods: If the standard clearing process does not work, consider using alternative methods such as manual clearing or using transaction F-03 (Clear G/L Account) or F-04 (Post with Clearing).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  F-03: Clear G/L Account
  F-04: Post with Clearing
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform clearing transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.