How To Fix EOP_FIN003 - Recurring entry document exists: &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EOP_FIN - End-of-Purpose Check

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Recurring entry document exists: &1 &2 &3

What causes this issue?

A recurring entry document still exists: <(>&<)>1 <(>&<)>2 <(>&<)>3

System Response

It is not possible to block a business partner if it is still used in a
recurring entry document.

How to fix this error?

Delete the document.

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.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EOP_FIN003 - Recurring entry document exists: &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message EOP_FIN003 indicates that a recurring entry document already exists for the specified parameters. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a new recurring entry document that conflicts with an existing one.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a recurring entry document (like a recurring invoice or payment) that has the same parameters (such as company code, document type, and reference number) as an already existing recurring entry document.
  The system checks for duplicates based on the defined criteria and finds that a recurring entry with the same identifiers already exists.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EOP_FIN003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Recurring Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code FBD1 for recurring entries) and check if a recurring entry document with the same parameters already exists.
  If it does, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify the New Entry:
  
  If you need to create a new recurring entry, consider changing the parameters (like the document type, reference number, or frequency) to avoid the conflict with the existing entry.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for recurring entries is set up correctly. Sometimes, the settings may lead to unintended duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on recurring entries and how to manage them.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBD1 (Create Recurring Entry), FBD2 (Change Recurring Entry), and FBD3 (Display Recurring Entry).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to recurring entries and error messages for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify recurring entries in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.