How To Fix FICUSTOM052 - Carryforward level cannot be transferred from invoice reference

FICUSTOM052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Carryforward level cannot be transferred from invoice reference

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FICUSTOM052 - Details

• The SAP error message FICUSTOM052 indicates that there is an issue with the carryforward level during the transfer of data from an invoice reference. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with carryforward balances in the context of year-end closing or when processing invoices.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The carryforward levels may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the financial accounting configuration.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the invoice reference, such as missing or incorrect carryforward levels.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the invoice may not support the carryforward level being referenced.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed, which can lead to issues with carryforward levels.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FICUSTOM052 error, you