How To Fix FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA016 - No system to transfer the mandate to

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA - Central Payment Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No system to transfer the mandate to

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA016 - No system to transfer the mandate to ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA016 ("No system to transfer the mandate to") typically occurs in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module when there is an issue with the configuration or setup of the system landscape, particularly related to the transfer of mandates for accounts payable.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when the system is not properly configured to recognize the target system for transferring mandates. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the Central Finance configuration.
  
  
  System Landscape Issues: If the source and target systems are not correctly defined in the system landscape, the transfer of mandates cannot occur.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the vendor or customer accounts, such as missing or incorrect mandate information.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the mandate transfer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the Central Finance configuration is correctly set up. This includes verifying the settings in the Central Finance configuration transaction (e.g., CFIN settings).
  Check the configuration of the target system to ensure it is correctly defined in the system landscape.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: 
  
  Verify that the vendor or customer master data is complete and correctly set up, including any mandate-related information.
  Ensure that the mandates are correctly assigned to the relevant accounts.
  
  
  
  System Landscape Configuration: 
  
  Use transaction SICF to check the configuration of the HTTP services and ensure that the connection between the source and target systems is established.
  Check the RFC connections between the systems to ensure they are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the mandate transfer. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces: 
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any dumps that may have occurred during the process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review the Central Finance documentation provided by SAP for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.