How To Fix FVD_DEFCAP020 - No regulated disbursements exist for the contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_DEFCAP - Deferral/Capitalization

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No regulated disbursements exist for the contract &1

What causes this issue?

At least one disbursement exists for this contract. Although this has
been posted, the corresponding outgoing payment through the payment
program has not yet been made.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP020 - No regulated disbursements exist for the contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message FVD_DEFCAP020 indicates that there are no regulated disbursements available for the specified contract. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of contract management or disbursement processing within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Disbursement Data: The contract referenced does not have any associated regulated disbursement entries. This could be due to data not being entered or processed correctly.
  Incorrect Contract Reference: The contract number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the disbursement data from being recognized or processed.
  Status of the Contract: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for disbursements to be processed (e.g., it may be inactive or closed).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Details: Verify that the contract number is correct and exists in the system. Ensure that it is active and in a status that allows for disbursements.
  Review Disbursement Entries: Check if there are any disbursement entries associated with the contract. If not, you may need to create or update the disbursement records.
  Data Entry: If disbursement data is missing, ensure that all necessary data has been entered correctly in the system. This may involve entering new disbursement records or correcting existing ones.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to disbursements and contracts. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling disbursement-related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing contracts and disbursements, such as:
  
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FVD1: Create Contract
  FVD2: Change Contract
  FVD3: Display Contract
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and manage contracts and disbursements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.