How To Fix FKKEXC255 - There are no open payments for the selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKEXC - Message Class for External Payments

• Message number: 255

• Message text: There are no open payments for the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKEXC255 - There are no open payments for the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message FKKEXC255 ("There are no open payments for the selection criteria") typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when you are trying to process payments or execute a payment run, but the system cannot find any open items that match the specified selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  No Open Items: There are genuinely no open payments or items that meet the criteria you have set (e.g., date range, account, etc.).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters you have entered (such as company code, account number, or date range) may not match any existing open items.
  Closed Periods: The accounting periods may be closed, preventing the system from processing any open items.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the selection criteria, leading to no matches being found.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the payment program or the settings in the FI-CA module.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and that they correspond to existing open items.
  Check Open Items: Use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to verify if there are any open items for the specified account.
  Adjust Date Range: If you are using a date range, try expanding it to see if there are any open items outside of the specified range.
  Check Accounting Periods: Ensure that the accounting periods are open for the transactions you are trying to process. You can check this in the transaction OB52.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP FI-CA configuration team to ensure that the payment program is set up correctly.
  Run Reports: Use relevant reports to analyze open items and payments. This can help identify if there are any discrepancies or issues with the data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL5N, FBL1N, F110 (for payment runs), and OB52 (for period closing).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the FI-CA module to understand the payment processing workflow and any prerequisites that need to be met.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.