How To Fix FMCA1703 - Do not combine down payment indicator with statistic indicator &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA1 - IS-PS-CA: Messages about Contract A/R & A/P

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Do not combine down payment indicator with statistic indicator &4

What causes this issue?

The statistics indicator in the entry with the application area &V1&
main transaction &V2& subtransaction &V3& is not permitted.

System Response

The data was saved or has already been saved.

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE FICA_NA_INFOADMIN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Change the entry named in Customizing under <DS:SIMG.ISPSCA_V_TFMCA004>
Maintain Subtransactions</> in the following way:
If you have set the indicator <LS>down payment</>, only the statistic
indicators <ZH>A</> or <ZH>Z</> or no statistic indicators are
permitted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA1703 - Do not combine down payment indicator with statistic indicator &4 ?

  The SAP error message FMCA1703, which states "Do not combine down payment indicator with statistic indicator &4," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving down payments and statistical postings in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the down payment indicator and a statistical indicator in the transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Down Payment Indicator: This is used to indicate that a certain amount is being paid in advance for goods or services that will be delivered later.
  Statistical Indicator: This is used for tracking purposes and does not affect the actual financial postings. It is often used for reporting or analysis without impacting the financial statements.
  Conflict: The error arises when a transaction is trying to use both indicators simultaneously, which is not allowed in SAP. The system does not permit the combination of down payments (which are actual cash flows) with statistical postings (which are non-cash and do not affect the financial position).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction you are trying to process. Ensure that you are not inadvertently selecting both the down payment indicator and a statistical indicator.
  
  
  Adjust Indicators: If you need to process a down payment, ensure that the statistical indicator is not selected. Conversely, if you are processing a statistical entry, ensure that the down payment indicator is not selected.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings related to down payments and statistical postings to understand the correct usage of these indicators.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings in the Financial Management (FM) module to ensure that the indicators are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to error FMCA1703.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with down payments and statistical postings, such as F-47 (Down Payment Request) and F-48 (Down Payment Clearing).
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on financial transactions in SAP to better understand how to manage down payments and statistical postings effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.