How To Fix FKK_SEPA068 - Business partner &1 does not have a mandate in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_SEPA - FI-CA: SEPA Mandate Management

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not have a mandate in company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SEPA068 - Business partner &1 does not have a mandate in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SEPA068 indicates that a business partner does not have a valid SEPA mandate in the specified company code. This error typically arises when attempting to process a payment or direct debit transaction in the SAP system, and it is essential for the business partner to have a valid mandate for the transaction to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandate: The business partner (customer or vendor) does not have a SEPA mandate created in the system for the specified company code.
  Inactive Mandate: The mandate exists but is inactive or has expired.
  Incorrect Company Code: The mandate may exist, but it is not linked to the correct company code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the business partner or the mandate.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a SEPA Mandate:
  
  Navigate to the transaction for managing SEPA mandates (e.g., transaction code FPAYM or FPP1).
  Create a new mandate for the business partner in the specified company code.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the mandate reference, date of signature, and validity period.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Mandates:
  
  Use the transaction code FPP1 to display existing mandates for the business partner.
  Verify if there is an active mandate for the correct company code.
  If the mandate is inactive or expired, you may need to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Data:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up in the system with the appropriate details.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the business partner's data that may affect the mandate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to SEPA mandates for additional guidance on setup and requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Mandate: A SEPA mandate is a formal agreement between a debtor and a creditor that authorizes the creditor to collect payments from the debtor's bank account.
  Company Code: In SAP, a company code is the smallest organizational unit for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPP1 (to manage mandates) and FPAYM (to process payments) for efficient navigation.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error message FKK_SEPA068 and successfully process the payment or direct debit transaction.