How To Fix ICC_TR173 - Enter a bill of exchange usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_TR - Turkey

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Enter a bill of exchange usage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_TR173 - Enter a bill of exchange usage ?

  The SAP error message ICC_TR173, which states "Enter a bill of exchange usage," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving bills of exchange in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specific usage type for the bill of exchange to proceed with the transaction.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Bill of Exchange Usage: The bill of exchange usage field is not filled in the transaction where it is required.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle bills of exchange, or the necessary settings for the bill of exchange usage are not defined.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICC_TR173 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Ensure that you are entering all required fields in the transaction. Specifically, look for the "Bill of Exchange Usage" field and make sure it is filled out correctly.
  
  
  Define Bill of Exchange Usage:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Financial Accounting (FI) or Treasury and Risk Management (TRM).
  Look for settings related to bills of exchange and ensure that the usage types are defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to bills of exchange to understand the required fields and configurations.
  
  
  User Training: If the error is due to user oversight, consider providing additional training or resources to ensure that users understand how to properly enter bill of exchange information.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Bill of Exchange: A financial instrument that represents a written order by one party to another to pay a specified sum of money at a specified time.
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules related to Financial Accounting (FI) and Treasury Management (TRM).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with bills of exchange, such as F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments) or F-58 (Post Bill of Exchange).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC_TR173 error and successfully process your transactions involving bills of exchange in SAP.