How To Fix FIQAPS_LOC042 - Blocking key &1 not maintained in blocking reasons for automatic payment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIQAPS_LOC - FI Localization for Qatar Public Sector

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Blocking key &1 not maintained in blocking reasons for automatic payment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIQAPS_LOC042 - Blocking key &1 not maintained in blocking reasons for automatic payment ?

  The SAP error message FIQAPS_LOC042 indicates that a blocking key specified in the automatic payment program is not maintained in the blocking reasons configuration. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute an automatic payment run, and the system encounters a blocking key that it does not recognize or that has not been properly configured.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The blocking key specified in the payment run is not defined in the configuration for blocking reasons.
  Incorrect Blocking Key: The blocking key used in the payment run may be incorrect or not applicable for the vendor or customer.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the vendor or customer master data related to payment terms or blocking reasons.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Blocking Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Automatic Payment Transactions > Define Blocking Reasons.
  Ensure that the blocking key mentioned in the error message is maintained in the list of blocking reasons.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the blocking key is correctly assigned.
  Use transaction codes XK03 (for vendors) or XD03 (for customers) to view the master data and verify the payment terms and blocking reasons.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Program Parameters:
  
  When executing the payment program (transaction F110), review the parameters and ensure that the correct blocking keys are being used.
  If necessary, adjust the parameters to exclude any vendors or customers that have blocking reasons that are not configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the blocking keys and their configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payment program to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XD03: Display Customer
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIQAPS_LOC042 error and successfully execute your automatic payment run.