How To Fix FTR_GENERAL057 - You are changing clearing-relevant payment details for &1/&2/&3/&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL - Common messages for Correspondence object

• Message number: 057

• Message text: You are changing clearing-relevant payment details for &1/&2/&3/&4

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change clearing-relevant payment details for &V1&/&V2&
/&V3&/&V4&. These payment details have been generated automatically by
the novation and should be changed manually only in cases when the
payment details of the central clearing provider have changed.

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?

Check whether these payment details need to be changed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL057 - You are changing clearing-relevant payment details for &1/&2/&3/&4 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL057 typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment details that are relevant for clearing. This error indicates that you are attempting to change payment details that are already linked to a clearing process, which is not allowed because it could disrupt the integrity of the financial records.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to modify payment details (like payment method, bank details, etc.) for a transaction that has already been cleared or is in the process of being cleared.
  The system prevents changes to ensure that the clearing process remains consistent and accurate.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Transaction: Verify if the transaction is already cleared. If it is, you will need to reverse the clearing before making any changes to the payment details.
  
  
  Reverse Clearing: If the transaction is cleared, you can reverse the clearing. This can typically be done through the transaction code for clearing reversal (e.g., using transaction code F.32 for clearing documents).
  
  
  Modify Payment Details: Once the clearing has been reversed, you can proceed to change the payment details as needed.
  
  
  Re-Clear the Transaction: After making the necessary changes, you can re-clear the transaction to ensure that the financial records are updated correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance specific to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to check the status of transactions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform clearing reversals and modifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTR_GENERAL057 error and successfully modify the payment details as needed.