How To Fix FVD_DEBTTR097 - Transfer date is before the relationship start date of alternative payer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEBTTR - Borrower Change Without Capital Transfer

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Transfer date is before the relationship start date of alternative payer

What causes this issue?

An alternative payer has been entered in the contract. However, the
start date of this relationship is after the transfer date of the
borrower change.

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?

Select the <LS>Keep Alternative Payer </>indicator in the <LS>Borrower
Change</> function or delete the alternative payer from the contract
master data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_DEBTTR097 - Transfer date is before the relationship start date of alternative payer ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEBTTR097 indicates that there is an issue with the transfer date in relation to the relationship start date of an alternative payer. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or accounts receivable where an alternative payer is involved.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to process a transaction (like a payment transfer) with a transfer date that is earlier than the start date of the relationship with the alternative payer. This means that the system does not recognize the alternative payer as valid for the specified transfer date because the relationship has not yet been established.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transfer Date: Ensure that the transfer date you are using is on or after the relationship start date of the alternative payer. If the transfer date is incorrect, update it to a valid date.
  
  
  Review Alternative Payer Relationship:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or master data where the alternative payer is defined.
  Check the start date of the relationship with the alternative payer. If it is set incorrectly, you may need to adjust it.
  
  
  
  Update Relationship Dates: If the relationship start date is incorrect and needs to be changed, you can update it in the system. Ensure that the new start date aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to make changes, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to process the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FD32 (Change Customer) or FD33 (Display Customer) to view and modify customer master data, including alternative payer relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to customer master data and relationships.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.