How To Fix FKCHK323 - System unable to interpret check number &1 numerically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKCHK - Check Repository Messages

• Message number: 323

• Message text: System unable to interpret check number &1 numerically

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKCHK323 - System unable to interpret check number &1 numerically ?

  The SAP error message FKCHK323 indicates that the system is unable to interpret a check number numerically. This typically occurs during the processing of payment documents, particularly when dealing with checks in the Accounts Payable (AP) module.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Check Number Format: The check number may contain non-numeric characters or may be formatted incorrectly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of the check number may have introduced invalid characters or spaces.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment program or check management settings in SAP.
  Database Issues: The check number may not exist in the database or may have been deleted or altered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Validation:
  
  Verify that the check number being used is indeed numeric and does not contain any letters, special characters, or leading/trailing spaces.
  Ensure that the check number is within the valid range defined in your system.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Document:
  
  Go to the payment document in question and check the details for any discrepancies in the check number field.
  If the check number is incorrect, correct it and try processing the payment again.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the payment program and check management in SAP. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to handle check numbers.
  Check the settings in transaction code OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country) and ensure that the check number format is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Database Integrity:
  
  If the issue persists, check the database for any inconsistencies related to the check number. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to run consistency checks.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to check processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that check processing works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to process payments and check the configuration.
  Use transaction code FB03 to display the payment document and verify the check number.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment processing and check management.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the FKCHK323 error in your SAP system.