How To Fix 63098 - Dunning block not selected since no blocking reason entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Dunning block not selected since no blocking reason entered

What causes this issue?

The dunning block has not been selected. The contract will be
considered during the dunning run if payments have not been made on
time. There is also no blocking reason in this case.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the contract is to be considered during the dunning run, you cannot
enter a blocking reason.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63098 - Dunning block not selected since no blocking reason entered ?

  The SAP error message 63098, "Dunning block not selected since no blocking reason entered," typically occurs in the context of the dunning process, which is used to manage overdue customer accounts and send reminders for outstanding payments. This error indicates that the system has not been able to select a dunning block for a customer because no reason for blocking has been specified.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Blocking Reason: The customer master data does not have a dunning block reason specified. Dunning blocks are used to prevent dunning notices from being sent to customers for specific reasons (e.g., disputes, payment arrangements).
  Configuration Issues: The dunning procedure may not be correctly configured to handle dunning blocks.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an oversight in entering the necessary data in the customer account or during the dunning run.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code FD03 for display).
  Check the "Dunning" tab to see if a dunning block reason is specified. If not, you may need to enter a valid blocking reason.
  
  
  
  Enter a Dunning Block Reason:
  
  If the dunning block is necessary, enter a valid blocking reason in the customer master data. This can be done using transaction code FD02 (change customer) and navigating to the "Dunning" tab.
  
  
  
  Review Dunning Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the dunning procedure is correctly configured to handle dunning blocks. This can be checked in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Dunning > Define Dunning Areas and ensure that the dunning areas are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Run Dunning Program Again:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the dunning program again (transaction code F150).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Procedure: A set of rules that define how dunning notices are generated and sent to customers.
  Dunning Block Reasons: Specific codes that indicate why a customer should not receive dunning notices (e.g., payment disputes, bankruptcy).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FD03: Display Customer Master Data
  FD02: Change Customer Master Data
  F150: Dunning Program
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 63098 and ensure that the dunning process functions correctly for your customer accounts.