How To Fix FKKID_MSG004 - There are no old credit memos to be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKID_MSG - Messages for FI-CA Loc. Cross-Country

• Message number: 004

• Message text: There are no old credit memos to be converted

What causes this issue?

There are no old credit memos either in the local file or in the
database that you can convert to new VAT transfer values.

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?

Choose another CSV file or change the selection parameters for DB
selection to receive old credit memos for the data conversion.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKID_MSG004 - There are no old credit memos to be converted ?

  The SAP error message FKKID_MSG004 ("There are no old credit memos to be converted") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when attempting to convert or process credit memos that do not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Existing Credit Memos: The primary cause of this error is that there are no credit memos available in the system that meet the criteria for conversion. This could be due to:
  
  The credit memos have already been processed or converted.
  The credit memos were never created or recorded in the system.
  The selection criteria used for the conversion do not match any existing credit memos.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If the parameters or filters used to search for credit memos are too restrictive or incorrect, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a system upgrade, there may be issues with the data transfer that result in missing credit memos.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Credit Memos: Check the database or the relevant transaction codes to ensure that there are indeed credit memos available for conversion. You can use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to view existing credit memos.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using for the conversion process are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the parameters to broaden the search if necessary.
  
  
  Check for Previous Processing: Confirm whether the credit memos have already been processed or converted in a previous run. If they have, you will not be able to convert them again.
  
  
  Data Migration Validation: If this error occurs during a data migration process, validate that all necessary data has been correctly migrated and that credit memos exist in the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using, as there may be additional considerations or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is part of a larger implementation or upgrade project.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP FI-CA, such as:
  
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  FKKOP: Display Open Items
  FKKID: Credit Memo Processing
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the conversion has the necessary authorizations to view and process credit memos.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.