How To Fix BCA_US_GENERAL042 - Incorrect Hold Date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCA_US_GENERAL - Message ID for North America specific modifications

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Incorrect Hold Date.

What causes this issue?

Hold Data is Not Correct or Missing

System Response

Holds are not input into the system.

How to fix this error?

Check your input for error. Make sure that the following criteria are
met:
Either of the the Hold dates used must not be initial
The Valid-From date must come before Valid-To date.
You must supply Hold type and amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL042 - Incorrect Hold Date. ?

  The SAP error message BCA_US_GENERAL042: Incorrect Hold Date typically occurs in the context of the SAP Bank Communication Management (BCM) module or related financial processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the hold date specified in a transaction or document, which does not meet the expected criteria or format.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The hold date may not be in the correct format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY).
  Date Out of Range: The hold date might be set to a date that is outside the acceptable range defined in the system (e.g., a future date that is not allowed).
  Business Rules Violation: The hold date may violate specific business rules or configurations set up in the system, such as being earlier than the transaction date.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the BCM or related financial modules that affect how hold dates are processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the hold date is entered in the correct format as required by the system.
  Validate Date Range: Verify that the hold date falls within the acceptable range defined in the system settings.
  Review Business Rules: Check the business rules and configurations related to hold dates in the SAP system to ensure compliance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on hold date requirements.
  System Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review and adjust system configurations that may be causing the issue.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional details that may provide more context about the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Bank Communication Management (e.g., FBZP, F110, etc.) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and permissions to perform the actions related to hold dates.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.