Message type: E = Error
Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages
Message number: 255
Message text: For term of pmnt &, holdback/retainage no. & is missing
You must specify the holdback/retainage numbers without gaps for each
term of payment.
You have created the holdback/retainage number &V3& for the term of
payment &V1&, but not the holdback/retainage number &V2& below it.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Fill the gap in the holdback/retainage numbers for the term of payment
&V1& or delete the entry for the holdback/retainage number &V3&.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
FC255
- For term of pmnt &, holdback/retainage no. & is missing ?The SAP error message FC255 indicates that there is a missing holdback or retainage number for a specific term of payment in a financial transaction. This error typically arises in the context of accounts payable or receivable when processing invoices or payments that involve retainage.
Cause: Missing Retainage Information: The retainage number is not specified in the payment terms or is not properly configured in the system.
Configuration Issues: The payment terms may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the absence of required fields. Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, where the retainage number was not entered or was entered incorrectly.
Solution: Check Payment Terms Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for payment terms in SAP (Transaction code: OBB8). Ensure that the retainage settings are correctly defined for the relevant payment terms. Enter Retainage Number: When processing the invoice or payment, ensure that the retainage number is entered in
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