How To Fix FM481 - Selected entry is not a dunning notice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Selected entry is not a dunning notice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM481 - Selected entry is not a dunning notice ?

  The SAP error message FM481 ("Selected entry is not a dunning notice") typically occurs in the context of financial management, particularly when dealing with dunning processes in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting a dunning notice (a notification sent to customers regarding overdue payments), but the selected entry does not meet the criteria for a dunning notice.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The selected entry may not be a dunning notice but rather another type of document (e.g., invoice, credit memo).
  Dunning Process Not Executed: The dunning process may not have been executed for the selected customer or document, meaning no dunning notices were generated.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in selecting the correct entry or document in the system.
  Dunning Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the dunning procedure in the system, leading to incorrect identification of dunning notices.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Type: Check the type of document you are trying to process. Ensure that it is indeed a dunning notice.
  Run Dunning Program: If the dunning notices have not been generated, run the dunning program (transaction code F150) to create the dunning notices for the relevant customers.
  Check Dunning History: Use transaction code F150 or F153 to review the dunning history for the customer to confirm whether dunning notices were generated.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used to find the dunning notice are correct. Double-check the parameters you are using.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP FI consultant to review the dunning procedure settings in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Procedure: Understand the dunning procedure in SAP, which includes the steps for sending reminders to customers for overdue payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F150: Dunning Run
  F153: Display Dunning Notices
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to dunning notices and the FM481 error message.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.