How To Fix FB471 - & periodic account statements were requested

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 471

• Message text: & periodic account statements were requested

What causes this issue?

You have carried out the program for creating periodic account
statements.

System Response

&V1& requests for correspondence type &V2& were set in the table for
Financial Accounting correspondence requests.

How to fix this error?

If you press Enter, one or more of the print programs defined in the
table for program allocation for automatic correspondence are carried
out via the trigger program.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB471 - & periodic account statements were requested ?

  The SAP error message FB471 typically indicates an issue related to the processing of periodic account statements. This error can occur in the context of financial accounting when there are problems with the configuration or execution of the periodic account statement process.
  Cause of FB471 Error
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise if the necessary configuration for periodic account statements is not set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Parameters: If the parameters for generating the periodic account statements are incorrect or incomplete, it can lead to this error.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant financial documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction or access the required data.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for periodic account statements is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Review Parameters: Verify the parameters used for generating the periodic account statements. Make sure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Data Validation: Check the underlying data for any inconsistencies or missing entries. Ensure that all relevant financial documents are complete and accurate.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, work with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the FB471 error and periodic account statements.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to review related financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FB471 error. SAP Notes can provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FB471 error and implement a solution to resolve it.