How To Fix >9205 - Days in arrears and dunning interval cannot be simultaneously left blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >9 - Messages for TAS

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Days in arrears and dunning interval cannot be simultaneously left blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >9205 - Days in arrears and dunning interval cannot be simultaneously left blank ?

  The SAP error message "9205 Days in arrears and dunning interval cannot be simultaneously left blank" typically occurs in the context of dunning processes, which are used to manage overdue customer payments. This error indicates that both the "Days in Arrears" and "Dunning Interval" fields are not filled in, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The error arises when both the "Days in Arrears" and "Dunning Interval" fields are left blank in the dunning procedure configuration.
  Configuration Issue: This can happen if the dunning procedure is not properly configured in the system, leading to a situation where the system cannot determine how to process the dunning.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one of the fields ("Days in Arrears" or "Dunning Interval") is filled in. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Dunning Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the dunning configuration settings. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable ? Dunning ? Dunning Procedure.
  
  
  
  
  
  Edit Dunning Procedure:
  
  Select the relevant dunning procedure that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for "Days in Arrears" and "Dunning Interval".
  Ensure that at least one of these fields is populated with a valid value.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Dunning Process:
  
  Run the dunning process again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Procedure: This is a set of rules that define how overdue payments are managed, including how many reminders are sent and the intervals between them.
  Days in Arrears: This typically refers to the number of days a payment is overdue before a dunning notice is generated.
  Dunning Interval: This refers to the time period between dunning notices.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Ensure that your dunning procedure aligns with your company's credit management policies.
  Regularly review and update dunning procedures to reflect changes in business practices or customer payment behaviors.
  If you continue to experience issues, consider consulting with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Financials.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run the dunning process in SAP.