How To Fix FKKFMCHK017 - Statistical charges must be paid separately

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKFMCHK - Funds Management Checks/Derivations in FI-CA

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Statistical charges must be paid separately

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to pay statistical charges and other receivables
together.

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?

Post the document in two steps.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKFMCHK017 - Statistical charges must be paid separately ?

  The SAP error message FKKFMCHK017 indicates that there is an issue with the handling of statistical charges in the context of contract accounts in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system expects statistical charges to be processed separately from other charges, but they are not being handled correctly in the transaction.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle statistical charges. This could involve settings in the contract account management or in the financial accounting module.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support the combination of statistical charges and other charges.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the transaction could lead to the system not recognizing how to process the charges.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the statistical charges may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for contract accounts and statistical charges in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the separate processing of statistical charges.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Functions > Statistical Charges and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using supports the processing of statistical charges. You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant to verify this.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data entered in the transaction. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the charges are categorized properly.
  
  
  
  Master Data Check:
  
  Verify that all necessary master data related to the statistical charges is set up correctly. This includes checking the customer master data and any relevant condition records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to this error message for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract accounts and statistical charges, such as FPL9 (Display Contract Account) or FQEVENT (Event Management).
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.