How To Fix IHC018 - No payment request was created

IHC018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No payment request was created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC018 - No payment request was created ?

  The SAP error message IHC018 ("No payment request was created") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module when a payment request cannot be generated for a specific transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The IHC configuration may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to payment methods, payment terms, or intercompany settings.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: The transaction data may be incomplete or incorrect. This could include missing vendor or customer information, incorrect amounts, or invalid account assignments.
  
  
  Payment Block: The payment request may be blocked due to certain criteria, such as payment blocks set on the vendor or customer master data.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the transaction currency is not supported, the payment request may not be created.
  
  
  Document Status: The document related to the payment request may