How To Fix FM505 - Restart printout for account: & &.Dunning notice has not yet been printed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Restart printout for account: & &.Dunning notice has not yet been printed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM505 - Restart printout for account: & &.Dunning notice has not yet been printed ?

  The SAP error message FM505 indicates that a dunning notice has not yet been printed for a specific account. This message typically arises in the context of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable and dunning processes.
  Cause:
  The error message FM505 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Dunning Process Not Completed: The dunning process for the specified account has not been executed or completed successfully.
  Print Job Issues: There may be issues with the print job, such as the printer being offline or not configured correctly.
  Dunning Run Not Executed: The dunning run for the account may not have been executed, or it may have been executed without generating any notices.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the dunning run may not have included the specified account.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues within the SAP system that prevent the dunning notice from being printed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FM505 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dunning Run:
  
  Go to the transaction code F150 (Dunning) and check if the dunning run has been executed for the account in question.
  If it has not been executed, run the dunning process for the account.
  
  
  
  Review Dunning Logs:
  
  Check the dunning log for any errors or messages that might indicate why the notice was not printed.
  You can access the logs through the transaction code F150 and selecting the appropriate dunning run.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Settings:
  
  Ensure that the printer settings are correct and that the printer is online and configured properly.
  You can check printer settings in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  
  Re-run Dunning Process:
  
  If the dunning run was executed but the notice was not printed, you may need to re-run the dunning process for the account.
  Ensure that the account meets the criteria for dunning.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any technical issues that may be affecting the printing process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  F150: Dunning Run
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  FBL1N/FBL5N: Display Vendor/Customer Line Items (to check account status)
  
  
  
  Dunning Configuration: Ensure that the dunning procedure is correctly configured in the system, including dunning levels, intervals, and print settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to dunning notices and printing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FM505 error and implement a solution to ensure that the dunning notice is printed successfully.