How To Fix F5698 - No open items can be processed for payments on account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 698

• Message text: No open items can be processed for payments on account

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5698 - No open items can be processed for payments on account ?

  The SAP error message F5698, "No open items can be processed for payments on account," typically occurs when you attempt to process a payment on account (such as a down payment or advance payment) but there are no open items available for that payment. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  No Open Items: There are no open items in the specified account that can be processed for payment.
  Incorrect Account: The account you are trying to process the payment against may not have any relevant open items.
  Payment Method Configuration: The payment method used may not be configured to allow payments on account.
  Document Status: The documents you are trying to pay may already be cleared or settled.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings or payments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Open Items: Verify that there are indeed open items in the account you are trying to process the payment against. You can do this by using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display).
  
  
  Review Account Details: Ensure that you are using the correct account and that it is the one intended for the payment on account.
  
  
  Payment Method Settings: Check the configuration of the payment method in the payment program settings (transaction code OBVCU) to ensure it allows for payments on account.
  
  
  Document Status: Confirm that the documents you are trying to pay are still open and have not been cleared or settled. You can check the status of the documents in the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for document display).
  
  
  Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open. You can check this in transaction code OB52 to see if the period is open for the relevant company code.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or the status of the accounts, consult with your finance or accounting team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  OBVCU: Payment Method Configuration
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for specific notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to payment processing and account management for additional insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.