How To Fix FQ136 - Criterion category not clear & & & &

FQ136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Criterion category not clear & & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ136 - Criterion category not clear & & & & ?

  The SAP error message FQ136, which states "Criterion category not clear," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing or invoice verification. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate criterion category for a specific transaction, which can lead to issues in processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The criterion category may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the financial accounting module are incomplete or incorrect.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from identifying the correct criterion category.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the SAP system, they might interfere with the standard processing logic, leading to this error.
  Version Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to version mismatches or bugs in the SAP system that have not been patched.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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