How To Fix FKK_SEPA086 - No valid mandate could be determined for partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: No valid mandate could be determined for partner &1

What causes this issue?

There are mandates for business partner &V1&. However, none of the
mandates are valid for the specified criteria.

System Response

The system issues a warning message.

How to fix this error?

If the error occurs in a dialog transaction and the mandate reference is
available as an input field, use the input help (F4) to display the
checked mandates and change them as necessary or create a new mandate.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_SEPA086 - No valid mandate could be determined for partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKK_SEPA086 indicates that the system could not find a valid mandate for the specified partner (customer or vendor) when processing a SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transaction. This error typically arises in the context of direct debit transactions where a mandate is required to authorize the payment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandate: The most common cause is that there is no mandate created for the partner in the system.
  Expired Mandate: The mandate may exist but could be expired or not valid for the current transaction.
  Incorrect Partner Data: The partner data (such as the customer or vendor number) may be incorrect or not properly linked to the mandate.
  Mandate Status: The mandate might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., inactive).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SEPA settings or in the payment processing settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Mandate Creation: Verify if a mandate has been created for the partner. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FPAYM or FPM1).
  Review Mandate Validity: If a mandate exists, check its validity period and status. Ensure that it is active and not expired.
  Correct Partner Data: Ensure that the partner data is correct and that the mandate is linked to the correct partner.
  Create a New Mandate: If no valid mandate exists, you may need to create a new mandate for the partner. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction for managing mandates.
  Check Configuration: Review the SEPA configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the payment method settings and ensuring that the mandate types are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPAYM (for managing payment requests) and FPM1 (for managing mandates).
  SEPA Mandate Management: Understand the SEPA mandate management process, including how to create, modify, and delete mandates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage mandates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.