How To Fix FV166 - No EDI payment advice note found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No EDI payment advice note found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV166 - No EDI payment advice note found ?

  The SAP error message FV166 "No EDI payment advice note found" typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes, particularly when dealing with payment advice notes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding EDI payment advice note for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payment Advice Note: The most common cause is that the payment advice note has not been created or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the EDI configuration settings, such as incorrect partner profiles or message types.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect document numbers or dates.
  System Integration Issues: Problems with the integration between SAP and external systems can lead to missing or unprocessed payment advice notes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the payment advice notes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Payment Advice Note: Verify if the payment advice note exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., F110 for payment processing).
  Review EDI Configuration: Ensure that the EDI settings are correctly configured. Check the partner profiles (transaction code WE20) and ensure that the message types are set up correctly.
  Reprocess Payment Advice: If the payment advice note was not generated, you may need to reprocess the payment run or manually create the payment advice note.
  Check Document Numbers: Ensure that the document numbers and other relevant data are entered correctly in the transaction.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process payment advice notes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), WE20 (Partner Profiles), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to EDI payment advice issues, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on EDI processes and payment advice notes for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in EDI processes.