How To Fix FAR_MAN_BS_MSG036 - Enter either Check No, or Payment Medium Ref, or Cust Ref No for item &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_MAN_BS_MSG -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Enter either Check No, or Payment Medium Ref, or Cust Ref No for item &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG036 - Enter either Check No, or Payment Medium Ref, or Cust Ref No for item &1. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_MAN_BS_MSG036 indicates that when processing a financial transaction, the system requires at least one of the following fields to be filled in for the specified item: Check Number, Payment Medium Reference, or Customer Reference Number. This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or asset management when trying to post or process a transaction that requires these identifiers.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because none of the required fields (Check No, Payment Medium Ref, or Cust Ref No) have been populated in the transaction. This can happen due to:
  
  User oversight in entering transaction details.
  Data import issues where the required fields are not included.
  System configuration settings that enforce these fields as mandatory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Entry: Review the transaction details for the item specified in the error message. Ensure that at least one of the required fields (Check No, Payment Medium Ref, or Cust Ref No) is filled in.
  
  
  Enter Required Information: If the fields are empty, enter the appropriate information:
  
  Check No: If the payment was made via check, enter the check number.
  Payment Medium Ref: If the payment was made through a payment medium (like a bank transfer), enter the reference number associated with that payment.
  Cust Ref No: If there is a customer reference number related to the transaction, enter that.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry: After entering the required information, validate the data to ensure that it meets the necessary format and criteria.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transaction: Once the required fields are populated, try to process the transaction again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like F-02 (Post Document), F-28 (Post Incoming Payments), or others related to financial postings.
  Configuration Settings: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the requirements for these fields align with your business processes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of these fields and how to properly enter transaction data to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.