How To Fix F4705 - Unable to determine A/R summary data for customer & in control area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Unable to determine A/R summary data for customer & in control area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4705 - Unable to determine A/R summary data for customer & in control area & ?

  The SAP error message F4705, "Unable to determine A/R summary data for customer & in control area &," typically occurs in the context of Accounts Receivable (A/R) when the system is unable to retrieve or calculate the summary data for a specific customer in a given controlling area. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The customer master data may not be fully maintained or may be missing key information, such as the company code or controlling area assignment.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the controlling area or the customer account may not be set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the A/R tables or issues with the reconciliation accounts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Period Closure: The accounting period may be closed, preventing the system from accessing the necessary data for that period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code FD03 for display).
  Ensure that the customer is assigned to the correct company code and controlling area.
  Verify that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the controlling area in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the settings for A/R and controlling area are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run reports to check for inconsistencies in the A/R data.
  Use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to see if there are any missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the customer data and the controlling area.
  Check the user roles and profiles in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Period Management:
  
  Check if the accounting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or run the report for a different period.
  Use transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FD03, FBL5N, SPRO, and OB52.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error F4705 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Accounts Receivable and controlling area settings for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.