How To Fix FMCA_ISR_EN172 - Return ID is unknown for correspondence

FMCA_ISR_EN172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_ISR_EN -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Return ID is unknown for correspondence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_ISR_EN172 - Return ID is unknown for correspondence ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_ISR_EN172, which states "Return ID is unknown for correspondence," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with correspondence or notifications related to financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Return ID: The system is unable to find a corresponding Return ID in the database for the correspondence being processed. This could happen if the Return ID was not created or was deleted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Correspondence settings or in the Financial Management module that prevent the system from recognizing the Return ID.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There might be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that link correspondence to Return IDs.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Return ID or the related correspondence.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMCA_ISR_EN172 error, you