How To Fix FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS013 - There are no down payment relevant items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS - Down payments or down payment requests

• Message number: 013

• Message text: There are no down payment relevant items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS013 - There are no down payment relevant items ?

  The SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS013 indicates that there are no down payment relevant items available for processing. This error typically occurs in the context of down payment processing in SAP, particularly when trying to create or manage down payments in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Down Payment Items: The most common cause is that there are no items in the document that are marked as relevant for down payments. This could happen if:
  
  The invoice or document does not contain any line items that are eligible for down payments.
  The relevant configuration settings for down payments are not properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support down payments.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for down payments in the financial accounting module may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for down payment processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Items: Review the document to ensure that there are line items that are relevant for down payments. Ensure that the items are correctly marked for down payment processing.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for down payments. This includes verifying that the relevant account types and document types are set up to allow down payments.
  Ensure that the down payment indicator is set correctly in the item details.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Document Type: Make sure you are using a document type that supports down payments. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to verify the document type settings.
  
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for down payment processing. If the document is blocked or in a status that does not permit changes, you may need to resolve that first.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve such errors.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or document, perform testing to ensure that the down payment processing works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F-47: Down Payment Request
  F-48: Down Payment Clearing
  FB60: Enter Incoming Invoices
  FB70: Enter Outgoing Invoices
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to down payments in the Financial Accounting (FI) module for more detailed guidance on configuration and processing.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to process the down payment has the necessary authorizations and roles assigned in SAP.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Financial Accounting module.