How To Fix FICA_COLIABILITY_OBJ118 - &1 &2 &3 cannot be re-distributed. An installment plan exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_COLIABILITY_OBJ - Debt Object Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 cannot be re-distributed. An installment plan exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_COLIABILITY_OBJ118 - &1 &2 &3 cannot be re-distributed. An installment plan exists ?

  The SAP error message FICA_COLIABILITY_OBJ118 indicates that there is an issue with the redistribution of a liability object in the Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) module. Specifically, the error states that the liability object cannot be redistributed because an installment plan exists for it.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the liability object you are trying to redistribute is linked to an installment plan. In SAP FICA, when an installment plan is created for a liability object, it locks certain operations on that object, including redistribution. This is to ensure that the financial integrity of the installment plan is maintained.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Installment Plan: Review the installment plan associated with the liability object. Ensure that it is correctly set up and that you understand its terms.
  
  
  Cancel or Modify the Installment Plan: If redistribution is necessary, you may need to cancel or modify the installment plan. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FQ1A for installment plans).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to FICA and installment plans for specific instructions on how to handle installment plans and liability objects.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FQ1A: Manage Installment Plans
  FQ1B: Display Installment Plans
  FQ1C: Change Installment Plans
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or additional guidance for specific issues.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in your FICA module to ensure that they align with your business requirements and that there are no conflicts that could lead to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with the necessary financial operations in SAP FICA.