How To Fix FIN_AR_HDB_LISTS002 - Specify days for overdue grid in ascending order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_AR_HDB_LISTS - Reporting for Customers on SAP HANA DB

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Specify days for overdue grid in ascending order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_AR_HDB_LISTS002 - Specify days for overdue grid in ascending order ?

  The SAP error message FIN_AR_HDB_LISTS002 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the overdue grid in the Accounts Receivable (AR) module. Specifically, it suggests that the days specified for the overdue grid are not in ascending order, which is a requirement for the system to process the data correctly.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when the user has defined the overdue days in a way that does not follow a logical sequence. For example, if you have specified overdue days as 30, 15, and 60, this would trigger the error because the days are not in ascending order (i.e., they should be listed as 15, 30, 60).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the configuration of the overdue grid. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where the overdue grid is defined. This is usually found in the Accounts Receivable settings.
  
  
  
  Review the Overdue Days:
  
  Look for the section where the overdue days are specified. This could be in a customizing transaction or a specific configuration screen.
  
  
  
  Rearrange the Days:
  
  Ensure that the days are listed in ascending order. For example, if you have overdue days of 0, 30, and 60, make sure they are entered as 0, 30, 60.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run the transaction or report again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you might use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring the Accounts Receivable module and managing overdue items.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_AR_HDB_LISTS002 error and ensure that your overdue grid is configured correctly.