How To Fix 1G657 - Wrong interest calculation method for &1. Only ICM &2 possible!

1G657 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Wrong interest calculation method for &1. Only ICM &2 possible!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G657 - Wrong interest calculation method for &1. Only ICM &2 possible! ?

  The SAP error message 1G657 indicates that there is an issue with the interest calculation method being used for a specific financial transaction or object. The message states that the interest calculation method currently assigned is incorrect, and it specifies that only a particular method (ICM &2) is valid for the given context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Interest Calculation Method: The interest calculation method assigned to the financial transaction or object (represented by &1) does not match the expected method (ICM &2) defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the interest calculation methods are defined, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in data entry or master data setup that result in the wrong interest calculation method being assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for interest calculation methods in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Treasury). Ensure that the correct methods are