How To Fix FKK_ID_XX_SAFT047 - Contract account category is not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_XX_SAFT - SAFT message

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Contract account category is not specified

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

To identify self-billing invoices, we recommend that you specify the
contract account category in this Customizing activity under <LS>Define
Extraction Rules: Self-Billing</> instead of specifying individual
business partners, contract accounts, or contracts under <LS>Rules for
Self-Billing: Additional Parameters</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_SAFT047 - Contract account category is not specified ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_SAFT047 indicates that the contract account category is not specified in the context of a financial transaction or process related to contract accounts in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The contract account category may not be defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings for contract account categories have not been completed.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered data incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to identify the contract account category.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the contract account may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the absence of a specified category.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the contract account category correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for contract accounts in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the contract account categories are defined correctly in the system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant FI-CA settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the contract account in question. Ensure that all required fields, including the contract account category, are filled out correctly.
  You can use transaction codes like FPL1N (Display Contract Account) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being entered in the transaction is correct and complete. Validate that the contract account category is being specified where required.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for your specific SAP implementation to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL1N (Display Contract Account), FPL2N (Change Contract Account), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and modify contract account data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.