How To Fix FKK_SEPA085 - Validity date for business partner &1 mandate &2 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Validity date for business partner &1 mandate &2 is incorrect

What causes this issue?

A <LS>Valid From</> date was entered in the mandate.
A <LS>Valid From</> date was also entered in the associated IBAN. In
that case, the validity of the IBAN is not allowed to start after the
validity date of the mandate.

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?

Change the validity date of the IBAN or of the mandate.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SEPA085 - Validity date for business partner &1 mandate &2 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SEPA085 indicates that there is an issue with the validity date for a business partner's mandate in the SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) context. This error typically arises when the validity date of a mandate is either not set correctly or is outside the acceptable range for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Validity Date: The validity date for the mandate may be set in the past or may not align with the current date or the date of the transaction.
  Missing Mandate: The mandate may not be properly created or linked to the business partner.
  Business Partner Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the business partner's data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the SEPA requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Date: Verify the validity date of the mandate associated with the business partner. Ensure that it is set to a date that is valid and in the future.
  Review Mandate Status: Ensure that the mandate is active and correctly linked to the business partner. If the mandate is inactive or expired, it may need to be updated or recreated.
  Update Business Partner Data: Check the business partner's data for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Recreate Mandate: If the mandate is incorrect or missing, consider recreating it with the correct details.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or guidelines related to SEPA mandates to ensure compliance with the required formats and settings.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to SEPA and mandates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to check and update business partner details, or FSEPA for SEPA-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling SEPA mandates.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that transactions can be processed successfully.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.