How To Fix GJ868 - Error Derivation from Partner & Payment Terms.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Error Derivation from Partner & Payment Terms.

What causes this issue?

When deriving the baseline date from the partner payment term,
encounteran error. The possible errors would be: - Partner not
found - Invalid Date - No default date setup in payment
term - No payment term defined for this partner

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?

<DS:TRAN.OBB8>Change</> Terms of Payment

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ868 - Error Derivation from Partner & Payment Terms. ?

  The SAP error message GJ868, which states "Error Derivation from Partner & Payment Terms," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with partner functions and payment terms in SAP. This error can arise during various processes, such as invoice processing, payment processing, or when creating financial documents.
  Cause:
  The error usually indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the partner functions (like customer, vendor, etc.) and the payment terms associated with them. Common causes include:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The payment terms may not be properly configured for the specific partner (customer/vendor) in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the partner, such as missing payment terms or incorrect partner roles.
  Invalid Combinations: The combination of partner functions and payment terms may not be valid or allowed in the system.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate the payment terms or partner data, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GJ868 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the partner master data (e.g., customer or vendor) and verify that the payment terms are correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the partner roles are correctly defined and that the necessary data is filled in.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of payment terms in the SAP system (transaction code OBB8 for payment terms).
  Ensure that the payment terms are active and correctly set up for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Validate Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that affect the payment terms or partner data, review the logic to ensure it is functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the GJ868 error for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the GJ868 error in your SAP system.