How To Fix >1693 - | Line item &1 &2 &3 &4 not dunned; days in arrears not reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >1 - Shockwave SAPGUI message handling

• Message number: 693

• Message text: | Line item &1 &2 &3 &4 not dunned; days in arrears not reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >1693 - | Line item &1 &2 &3 &4 not dunned; days in arrears not reached ?

  The SAP error message 1693 indicates that a specific line item (identified by the parameters &1, &2, &3, &4) is not being dunned because the required number of days in arrears has not been reached. This message typically occurs in the context of accounts receivable and dunning processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the dunning program is executed, and it finds that the line item in question does not meet the criteria for dunning due to the following reasons:
  
  Days in Arrears Not Met: The line item has not been overdue for the specified number of days required for dunning.
  Dunning Procedure Settings: The dunning procedure settings may specify a minimum number of days overdue before a line item can be dunned.
  Payment Terms: The payment terms associated with the invoice may not have been met, meaning the invoice is still within the allowed payment period.
  Dunning Levels: The line item may have already been dunned at a lower level, and the current dunning level does not apply yet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Line Item: Review the specific line item to determine its due date and the number of days it has been overdue. Ensure that it has indeed reached the required days in arrears.
  
  
  Review Dunning Procedure: Check the dunning procedure settings in the configuration (transaction code OBA4) to see the criteria for dunning, including the number of days in arrears required for each dunning level.
  
  
  Adjust Payment Terms: If necessary, adjust the payment terms for the customer or the specific invoice to ensure they align with your dunning strategy.
  
  
  Run Dunning Program Again: If the line item becomes overdue after some time, you can run the dunning program again to see if it now qualifies for dunning.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific configurations related to dunning processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Process: The dunning process in SAP is used to remind customers of overdue invoices. It can be configured to send reminders at different levels based on how overdue the payment is.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to dunning include:
  
  F150: Dunning Run
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  OBD2: Dunning Procedure Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or enhancements related to dunning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the reason for the error message and take appropriate action to resolve it.