How To Fix FTPROC001 - Set the statistics indicator 'Down Payment Request'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTPROC -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Set the statistics indicator 'Down Payment Request'

What causes this issue?

You have set the flag for provisional premium receivables that are
suitable for clearing. Items of this type are not G/L-relevant and must
therefore be marked as statistical items.
The system assumes that items of this type have the statistical flag
'Down Payment Request'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Set the statistical flag or remove the flag for premium receivables
suitable for automatic clearing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTPROC001 - Set the statistics indicator 'Down Payment Request' ?

  The SAP error message FTPROC001, which states "Set the statistics indicator 'Down Payment Request'," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving down payments in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specific indicator to be set for processing down payment requests.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The statistics indicator for down payment requests has not been set in the relevant configuration settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used does not have the necessary settings to handle down payment requests.
  Document Type: The document type used for the transaction may not be configured to allow down payment requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FTPROC001 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Down Payments > Define Down Payment Request.
  Ensure that the statistics indicator for down payment requests is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type:
  
  Check the document type settings in the same configuration area.
  Ensure that the document type you are using for the transaction is configured to allow down payment requests.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for the transaction type being used. Ensure that it is set up to handle down payment requests.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to create or process down payment requests.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to down payment processing for further details on configuration and best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.