How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001068 - Items with reference to Document & & is contained in payment proposal & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Items with reference to Document & & is contained in payment proposal & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001068 - Items with reference to Document & & is contained in payment proposal & & ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001068 indicates that there are items with a reference to a specific document that are included in a payment proposal. This error typically arises during the payment processing phase, particularly when trying to execute a payment run or when attempting to post a payment document.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The document referenced may already be included in another payment proposal, leading to conflicts.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document may not be in a status that allows it to be processed for payment (e.g., it may be blocked or not fully cleared).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment proposal or the payment method being used.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data for the payment proposal may be missing or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Proposal: Review the payment proposal to ensure that the document is not already included. If it is, you may need to adjust the proposal or exclude the document from the current run.
  
  
  Document Status: Verify the status of the document referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is not blocked and is eligible for payment.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for payment proposals and payment methods in your SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Clear Duplicate Entries: If there are duplicate entries, you may need to clear them or adjust the payment proposal to remove the duplicates.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Look at the application logs or the payment proposal logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the issue.
  
  
  Test with Different Parameters: If possible, try running the payment proposal with different parameters or for a different set of documents to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) for managing payment proposals.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and payment proposals for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the payment run has the necessary authorizations to process payments.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting (FI) to further investigate the problem.