How To Fix FS553 - Checks & to & have been voided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Checks & to & have been voided

&SYSTEM_MESSAGE&
The check lot requested has been stored in the payment transfer medium
file as voided.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS553 - Checks & to & have been voided ?

  The SAP error message FS553, which states "Checks & to & have been voided," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with check processing in the SAP system. This message indicates that the checks referenced in the error have been voided and cannot be processed further.
  Cause:
  
  
  Voided Checks: The checks you are trying to process have been marked as voided in the system. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The checks were canceled due to an error in the payment process.
  The checks were manually voided by a user.
  The checks were voided as part of a reconciliation process.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Flow: If there are inconsistencies in the document flow or if the checks were not properly updated in the system, this error may arise.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing the checks to be treated as voided.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Checks: 
  
  Use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check the status of the checks in question.
  Verify if the checks are indeed marked as voided.
  
  
  
  Reissue the Checks: 
  
  If the checks were voided in error, you may need to reissue them. This typically involves creating new payment documents and ensuring that the old voided checks are properly accounted for.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Documents: 
  
  Check the payment documents associated with the voided checks to ensure that they are correctly processed and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: 
  
  If you are unsure why the checks were voided, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the context and the necessary steps to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review: 
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration related to check processing. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or technical team.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) for processing payments and FBRA (Reset Cleared Items) for handling cleared items.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and check management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to process the checks has the appropriate roles and permissions to perform the necessary actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FS553 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.