How To Fix FKKINV444 - Offsetting procedure &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 444

• Message text: Offsetting procedure &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

<DS:DE.INV_OFFSET_PROC_KK>Offsetting procedure</> &v1& is not supported
for offsetting in invoicing.

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?

Use one of the following offsetting procedures:
Value,,Name
01,,Offset Payments Against Down Payment Request
02,,Offset Prepayments
03,,Offset Other Credit
04,,Offset Partial Bills

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV444 - Offsetting procedure &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV444 indicates that the offsetting procedure specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when trying to process invoices or payments.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The offsetting procedure that is referenced in the transaction is not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: The offsetting procedure may have been incorrectly defined or deleted in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that references the offsetting procedure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the offsetting procedures in the SAP system. This can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable ? Basic Functions ? Offsetting Procedures.
  
  
  Verify if the offsetting procedure specified in the error message exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust the Offsetting Procedure:
  
  If the offsetting procedure does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct offsetting procedure is being referenced and that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on how to configure offsetting procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining offsetting procedures) or OBD3 (for displaying them) to manage the configuration.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  Documentation: Always refer to the latest SAP notes and documentation for updates or changes related to the FI-CA module and offsetting procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FKKINV444 error in your SAP system.