How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC608 - Due date schedule & contains no installment determination method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Due date schedule & contains no installment determination method

What causes this issue?

The system could not derive an installment determination procedure from
the details of due date schedule &V1&.

System Response

The system has terminated the program.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the details of due date schedule &V1& in Customizing for
<LS>Campus Management</> in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_620>Maintain Due Date Schedules</>.
Assign installment determination procedures to the time limits.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC608 - Due date schedule & contains no installment determination method ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC608 indicates that there is an issue with the due date schedule in the context of fee calculation, specifically that it does not contain an installment determination method. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or fee management within SAP, particularly in modules related to contract management or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Installment Determination Method: The error suggests that the due date schedule is not properly configured to include an installment determination method. This method is essential for calculating how fees or payments are structured over time.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the fee calculation settings or in the due date schedule setup.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Due Date Schedule Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the due date schedule in your SAP system.
  Ensure that an installment determination method is defined and linked to the due date schedule.
  
  
  
  Define Installment Determination Method:
  
  If an installment determination method is not defined, you will need to create one. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Contract Management).
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration path to define the installment determination method.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the transaction or contract that is generating the error. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including any references to the due date schedule and installment methods.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to process the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring due date schedules and installment determination methods.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBA3 (Define Installment Plan), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CMAC_FEE_CALC608.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CMAC_FEE_CALC608 error in your SAP system.