How To Fix FKKCOLL144 - Negative open fee amount reported for collection unit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKCOLL - Submission to Ext.Collection Agency/Legal Dunning Procedure

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Negative open fee amount reported for collection unit &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKCOLL144 - Negative open fee amount reported for collection unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKCOLL144, which states "Negative open fee amount reported for collection unit &1," typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when there is an inconsistency in the fee amounts associated with a collection unit. This error indicates that a negative fee amount has been reported, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The fee configuration for the collection unit may be set up incorrectly, leading to negative values being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or data imports may have introduced negative values for fees that should only be positive.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the version of SAP you are using that could lead to incorrect calculations or data handling.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the collection unit, such as mismatched records or incorrect postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for fees in the FI-CA module. Ensure that all fee-related settings are correctly defined and that negative values are not allowed.
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries for the specific collection unit mentioned in the error message. Look for any negative fee amounts and correct them.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data related to the collection unit to identify any discrepancies or issues that need to be resolved.
  Adjust Open Items: If there are open items with negative fee amounts, consider adjusting or clearing them to ensure that only valid amounts are processed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FPL9 (Display Document) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to investigate the specific collection unit and its associated fees.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.