How To Fix FKK_CTR006 - An installment plan (&1) was already created for this item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_CTR - FI-CA: Central Functions

• Message number: 006

• Message text: An installment plan (&1) was already created for this item

What causes this issue?

This item has already been included in an installment plan. Changes to
the payment date or the due date data therefore have no effect since the
data of the installment plan takes precedence.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Only change the due dates and payment data if it is possible that the
installment plan will be deactivated again. Only in this case will the
changed data have an effect for payments.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_CTR006 - An installment plan (&1) was already created for this item ?

  The SAP error message FKK_CTR006 indicates that an installment plan has already been created for a specific item in the system. This typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when you attempt to create a new installment plan for an item that already has one associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Installment Plan: The primary cause of this error is that an installment plan already exists for the specified item. This can happen if:
  
  The user mistakenly tries to create a new installment plan for an item that already has one.
  There was a previous attempt to create an installment plan that was not completed or was overlooked.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, data integrity issues or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error, especially if there were manual changes or data imports.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Installment Plans:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FPL1N or FPL2N) to view existing installment plans for the item in question.
  Verify if an installment plan already exists and review its details.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Plan:
  
  If an existing installment plan is found and it is no longer needed, you may consider deleting it or modifying it as per your requirements.
  If the existing plan is valid, you may need to adjust your approach and work with the existing plan instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to installment plans to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify installment plans. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to confusion regarding existing plans.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FPL1N: Create Installment Plan
  FPL2N: Change Installment Plan
  FPL3N: Display Installment Plan
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing installment plans in the FI-CA module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.