How To Fix FT028 - Enter a clearing procedure description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FT - FI Table Maintenance Error Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Enter a clearing procedure description

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FT028 - Enter a clearing procedure description ?

  The SAP error message FT028, which states "Enter a clearing procedure description," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with clearing accounts or processes in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error indicates that a required field for the clearing procedure description has not been filled out.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a description for the clearing procedure in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the clearing procedure settings where the description field is mandatory but has not been defined.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the field or not realized it was required.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Description: Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred and ensure that you fill in the clearing procedure description field. This is usually a text field where you can provide a brief description of the clearing procedure.
  Check Configuration: If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for the clearing procedure in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that all required fields, including the description, are properly configured.
  
  Path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Clearing > Define Clearing Procedures
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about what to enter in the description field, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to a colleague or SAP consultant who is familiar with the specific clearing procedures used in your organization.
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing additional training for users on the importance of filling out all required fields in SAP transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that address specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in clearing procedures, such as F-32 (Clear Customer), F-44 (Clear Vendor), etc.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the clearing procedures, as this can sometimes lead to errors if they are restricted from accessing certain fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.