How To Fix FICUSTOM220 - Document & & & has not been cleared

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Funds Management

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Document & & & has not been cleared

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICUSTOM220 - Document & & & has not been cleared ?

  The SAP error message FICUSTOM220 indicates that a specific document has not been cleared in the system. This message typically arises in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable or accounts payable. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Uncleared Items: The document in question may have open items that have not been cleared. This can happen if payments have not been applied correctly or if there are discrepancies in the amounts.
  Posting Errors: There may have been errors during the posting process, leading to documents being left uncleared.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the clearing process in the SAP system.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow it to be cleared (e.g., it might be blocked for payment).
  Timing Issues: Sometimes, documents may not be cleared due to timing issues, such as the clearing period not being open.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Open Items: Check the open items for the document in question. You can do this using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  Clear the Document: If the document is indeed supposed to be cleared, you can manually clear it using transaction code F-32 (Clear Customer) or F-44 (Clear Vendor).
  Check Payment Application: Ensure that any payments related to the document have been correctly applied. If not, you may need to reapply or adjust the payments.
  Correct Posting Errors: If there were posting errors, you may need to reverse and repost the transactions correctly.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to document clearing in the Financial Accounting module. This may involve checking the clearing accounts and settings in the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on clearing processes and error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N, FBL5N, F-32, and F-44 for managing open items and clearing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform clearing operations in the system.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about the clearing process, consider seeking training or support from your SAP administrator or a financial consultant familiar with SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FICUSTOM220 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.