How To Fix >5260 - Program error: Automatic clearing proposal not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Program error: Automatic clearing proposal not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5260 - Program error: Automatic clearing proposal not possible ?

  The SAP error message "5260 Program error: Automatic clearing proposal not possible" typically occurs during the automatic clearing process in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to generate a clearing proposal for open items in accounts receivable or accounts payable.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the open items, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Configuration Issues: The automatic clearing settings in the configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to generate a proposal.
  Locked Items: Some items may be locked or have been posted in a way that prevents them from being cleared automatically.
  Missing Clearing Criteria: The criteria for clearing may not be met, such as currency differences or differing payment terms.
  Program Errors: There may be a bug or issue in the SAP program that is responsible for generating the clearing proposal.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the open items for any inconsistencies or missing data. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for automatic clearing in the SAP system. Ensure that the clearing criteria are correctly defined.
  Unlock Items: If there are locked items, investigate why they are locked and take appropriate action to unlock them if necessary.
  Manual Clearing: If automatic clearing is not possible, consider clearing the items manually as a temporary solution.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, you may want to debug the program to identify the specific cause of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like F.13 (Automatic Clearing) to initiate the clearing process and review the settings.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.