How To Fix FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA057 - Business trans. &1 does not require remote sales order; fields reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA - Central Payment Message Class

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Business trans. &1 does not require remote sales order; fields reset

What causes this issue?

Remote sales order is only relevant in cash receipts tab for customer
down payments (Business Transaction Type = 'D' AND Special G/L Indicator
= 'A') in the scenario of Central Payment.

System Response

The values of sales order (KDAUF, KDPOS, KDEIN, LOGSYS_KDAUF) retrieved
remotely from the source system will be deleted automatically.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA057 - Business trans. &1 does not require remote sales order; fields reset ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_APAR_MESSA057 indicates that a business transaction does not require a remote sales order, and as a result, certain fields have been reset. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Central Finance (CFIN) when dealing with intercompany transactions or when integrating data from different systems.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Type: The business transaction you are trying to process may not be configured to require a remote sales order. This can happen if the transaction type is not set up to handle intercompany sales or if it is a direct transaction that does not involve a sales order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate whether a remote sales order is necessary for certain types of transactions. If these settings are not aligned with the business process, the error can occur.
  Data Mapping: If the data being transferred from the source system to the Central Finance system does not match the expected format or requirements, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Configuration: Review the configuration of the business transaction in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly to require a remote sales order if that is the intended process.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the relevant customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO) and check the settings for intercompany transactions and sales order requirements. Make sure that the settings align with your business processes.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being sent from the source system to ensure it meets the requirements of the Central Finance system. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect fields that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and the specific business transaction you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the business process functions as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on how to resolve it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Central Finance, such as CFIN related transactions, to better understand the flow of data and configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.