How To Fix IHC168 - Posting param. for final inbound payments to &1 for &2 &3 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Posting param. for final inbound payments to &1 for &2 &3 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC168 - Posting param. for final inbound payments to &1 for &2 &3 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message IHC168 indicates that there is an issue with the posting parameters for final inbound payments in the Intercompany Holding Company (IHC) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for processing final inbound payments for a specific company code or business partner.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The posting parameters for final inbound payments are not maintained for the specified company code and business partner.
  There may be missing configuration settings in the IHC settings related to payment processing.
  The relevant master data (like vendor or customer master records) may not be properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IHC168 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Posting Parameters:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the IHC module.
  Ensure that the posting parameters for final inbound payments are maintained for the specified company code and business partner.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code OBPM1 or OBPM2 (depending on your version) to maintain the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data for the involved business partners (vendors/customers) is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the relevant company codes are assigned to the business partners.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the IHC settings in the SAP system. This includes ensuring that all necessary parameters for intercompany transactions are correctly defined.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the SAP documentation for specific settings related to IHC.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for additional guidance on the IHC module and related error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1 / OBPM2: For maintaining posting parameters.
  BP: For managing business partner master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IHC168 error message in your SAP system.