How To Fix FKK_PDC020 - General settings were not made for postdated checks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_PDC - FI-CA: Postdated Checks

• Message number: 020

• Message text: General settings were not made for postdated checks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_PDC020 - General settings were not made for postdated checks ?

  The SAP error message FKK_PDC020 indicates that general settings for postdated checks have not been configured in the system. This error typically arises when you attempt to process a postdated check without the necessary settings in place.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system requires specific configuration settings for handling postdated checks, which may not have been set up.
  Incorrect Company Code Settings: The settings for the company code related to postdated checks might not be properly defined.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data for the customer or vendor may not be set up to handle postdated checks.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Financial Accounting (FI) and ensure that the settings for postdated checks are properly configured.
  You can access the configuration through the following path:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Payment Transactions > Postdated Checks > Define General Settings for Postdated Checks.
  
  
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are set according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code settings are correctly defined for postdated checks. This can be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant customer or vendor to ensure that it is set up to allow postdated checks. This includes checking payment terms and any specific settings related to payment methods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring postdated checks.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBD2 (for payment methods) or OBA7 (for payment terms) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting within SAP.