How To Fix IHC636 - Clearing partner not permitted: &

IHC636 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Clearing partner not permitted: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC636 - Clearing partner not permitted: & ?

  The SAP error message IHC636, which states "Clearing partner not permitted: &," typically occurs in the context of Intercompany Financial Transactions within the SAP system, particularly when using the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error indicates that the clearing partner specified in the transaction is not allowed or recognized in the current configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The clearing partner may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Master Data Issues: The partner may not exist in the master data or may not be set up correctly for intercompany transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform transactions with the specified clearing partner.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which partners can be used for clearing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) and ensure that the clearing partner is