How To Fix FM198 - ****************** Log for dunning run & / & ****************

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 198

• Message text: ****************** Log for dunning run & / & ****************

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM198 - ****************** Log for dunning run & / & **************** ?

  The SAP error message FM198 typically relates to issues encountered during a dunning run in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Dunning is the process of communicating with customers to remind them of overdue invoices. The error message FM198 indicates that there is a problem with the dunning run log.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The dunning procedure may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the customer master data or the open items that are being processed in the dunning run.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the dunning run may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Technical Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database or application logic that is preventing the dunning run from completing successfully.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FM198 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the dunning procedure is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the dunning levels, dunning texts, and other related settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Dunning Data:
  
  Check the customer master data and the open items for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that the customers have valid dunning information.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the dunning run has the necessary authorizations to perform this action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Analyze Logs:
  
  Review the dunning run log for any specific error messages or warnings that can provide more context about the issue. This can often be found in transaction code S031 or by checking the application log (transaction SLG1).
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues that may be affecting the dunning run.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test dunning run to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F150: Dunning Run
  F151: Display Dunning Run
  SLG1: Application Log
  S031: Dunning Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on dunning procedures and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the FM198 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FM198 error during the dunning run process.