How To Fix FI139 - Transfer postings receivables/payables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Transfer postings receivables/payables

What causes this issue?

This posting leads in FM to a transfer of receivables and payables
and cannot be processed with an automatic Online update of payments.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First execute the transfer of receivables and payables and after this
post your payment/clearing. Postings with remainder items in this
context are likewise not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI139 - Transfer postings receivables/payables ?

  The SAP error message FI139 typically relates to issues encountered during the transfer postings of receivables and payables. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a transfer posting transaction or when trying to reconcile accounts. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts involved in the transfer posting may not be correctly assigned or may not exist in the system.
  Open Items: There may be open items in the accounts that are preventing the transfer posting from being completed.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the transfer posting may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Currency Mismatch: If the accounts involved are in different currencies, this can lead to issues during the transfer posting.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transfer posting.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the Financial Accounting (FI) module that need to be addressed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Assignments: Verify that the accounts involved in the transfer posting are correctly assigned and exist in the system.
  Clear Open Items: Review the open items in the accounts and clear any that may be causing the issue.
  Review Document Types: Ensure that the document type used for the transfer posting is correctly configured and allowed for the transaction.
  Currency Check: If there is a currency mismatch, ensure that the accounts are in the same currency or that the necessary currency conversion is applied.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transfer posting.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the FI module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), and F-03 (Clear Document) that may be used in conjunction with transfer postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FI139 error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on transfer postings and the configuration of accounts in the FI module.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the potential causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the FI139 error message in SAP.