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

FM481 - Overview

• 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.
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  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