How To Fix FKKORDER189 - No special dates exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKORDER - Messages for Request

• Message number: 189

• Message text: No special dates exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKORDER189 - No special dates exist ?

  The SAP error message FKKORDER189: No special dates exist typically occurs in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when trying to process a transaction that requires special dates, such as payment dates or due dates, but none have been defined for the relevant contract or account.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Special Dates: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find any special dates associated with the contract account or the specific transaction you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the special dates are not set up correctly for the relevant contract accounts.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered incorrect or incomplete data that does not correspond to any existing special dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special Dates: 
  
  Navigate to the contract account in question and check if any special dates have been defined. This can usually be done in the contract account management area.
  If no special dates exist, you may need to create them based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Create Special Dates:
  
  If you find that special dates are missing, you can create them by going to the relevant transaction in SAP and entering the necessary details for the special dates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings for special dates in the FI-CA module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP FI-CA consultant or administrator if you are unsure about the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering to ensure it is complete and correct. Make sure that the contract account number and other relevant details are accurate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing special dates in FI-CA.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL9 (Display Contract Account) or FPL1 (Create Contract Account) to manage contract accounts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit special dates in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.