How To Fix FS656 - Program is not designed for printing checks online

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Program is not designed for printing checks online

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS656 - Program is not designed for printing checks online ?

  The SAP error message FS656, which states "Program is not designed for printing checks online," typically occurs when you attempt to print checks directly from the SAP system in a manner that is not supported by the current configuration or program settings. This error is often related to the way the check printing process is set up in the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Program Configuration: The program or form used for check printing may not be configured to support online printing.
  Check Printing Method: The system may be set up to use a different method for printing checks, such as batch processing instead of online printing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print checks online.
  Form Type: The form being used for printing may not be compatible with online printing.
  System Settings: The system settings for the check printing process may not be correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for check printing in the SAP system. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Check > Define Check Print Program.
  Ensure that the correct print program and form are assigned for online printing.
  
  
  
  Use Batch Processing:
  
  If online printing is not supported, consider using batch processing for check printing. This can be done through transaction codes like F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) where checks can be printed in a batch mode.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform online check printing. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Form Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the form being used for printing checks is compatible with online printing. You may need to create or modify a form using SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI consultant to ensure that all settings are correctly configured for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test print to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (for payment runs) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to check printing.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed instructions on check printing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.