How To Fix FKYCHK013 - No appropriate check number could be determined for document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKYCHK - Messages for Check Processing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: No appropriate check number could be determined for document &1

What causes this issue?

You attempted to generate a check number for the document with
automatic numbering, as the document number is already available as a
check number and no free number pool is available. This attempt was not
successful.

System Response

No check number can be determined.

How to fix this error?

Make a free number pool available for bank/account &V2&/
&V3& in company code &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKYCHK013 - No appropriate check number could be determined for document &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKYCHK013 indicates that the system could not determine an appropriate check number for a specified document. This error typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with checks or bank transfers.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Check Number Configuration: The check number may not be configured correctly in the system for the payment method being used.
  Document Type Issues: The document type associated with the payment may not have a valid check number assigned.
  Payment Method Settings: The payment method settings may not be properly defined for the company code or the specific transaction.
  Check Number Range: The check number range may be exhausted or not properly defined in the system.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for check number assignment (e.g., already processed or in a locked state).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBPM1 for payment methods).
  Ensure that the check number assignment is correctly configured for the relevant payment method.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type:
  
  Check the document type settings (Transaction code: OBY6) to ensure that it is set up to allow for check payments and has a valid check number range.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range:
  
  Verify the check number range settings (Transaction code: SNRO for number ranges) to ensure that there are available numbers in the range for the payment method being used.
  
  
  
  Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned to the company code and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Document Status:
  
  Check the status of the document in question to ensure it is not locked or already processed.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Document:
  
  If possible, try processing a different document to see if the issue persists, which can help isolate whether the problem is document-specific.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), OBPM1 (Payment Methods in Country), and SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payment processing and check management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.