How To Fix IHC020 - Payment items were not created

IHC020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Payment items were not created

What causes this issue?

The payment order was not posted.

System Response

The payment order was not updated to the account management system.

How to fix this error?

You will find more specific error messages in the payment order log.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC020 - Payment items were not created ?

  The SAP error message IHC020, which states "Payment items were not created," typically occurs in the context of the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error indicates that the system was unable to generate payment items for intercompany transactions. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The IHC module may not be properly configured. This includes settings related to payment methods, payment terms, or intercompany settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with vendor or customer master data, such as missing or incorrect payment information, can prevent payment items from being created.
  Transaction Errors: The underlying transactions may have errors or inconsistencies that prevent the generation of payment items.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or mismatches, this can lead to the failure of payment item creation.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to create payment items, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the