How To Fix FQ180 - Interest totaling is only for private law. Dunning procedure relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Interest totaling is only for private law. Dunning procedure relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ180 - Interest totaling is only for private law. Dunning procedure relevant ?

  The SAP error message FQ180, which states "Interest totaling is only for private law. Dunning procedure relevant?", typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with interest calculations and dunning procedures in accounts receivable.
  Cause:
  
  Interest Calculation Settings: The error often arises when the system is trying to calculate interest on overdue receivables, but the settings for interest calculation are not configured correctly for the specific customer or transaction type.
  Dunning Procedure Configuration: The dunning procedure may not be set up to handle interest calculations, or the customer account may not be configured to allow for interest to be calculated in conjunction with dunning.
  Legal Framework: The message indicates that the interest calculation is only applicable under private law, which may imply that the transaction or customer is not eligible for such calculations under the current legal framework or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is correctly configured. Specifically, check the settings related to dunning and interest calculation.
  Review Dunning Procedure: Verify the dunning procedure settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the dunning procedure allows for interest calculation and that it is correctly assigned to the customer account.
  Interest Calculation Configuration: Review the configuration for interest calculation in the SAP system. This includes checking the interest calculation types and ensuring they are set up for the relevant accounts.
  Legal Settings: If applicable, review the legal settings related to interest calculation to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration steps related to interest calculation and dunning procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FD32 (Change Customer) or F.28 (Dunning) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the interest calculation and dunning procedures work as expected without triggering the error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.