How To Fix IHC650 - Transaction type is external and clearing partner missing: inconsistency

IHC650 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 650

• Message text: Transaction type is external and clearing partner missing: inconsistency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC650 - Transaction type is external and clearing partner missing: inconsistency ?

  The SAP error message IHC650 indicates that there is an inconsistency related to the transaction type being classified as "external" in the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. Specifically, it suggests that a clearing partner is missing for the transaction, which is necessary for proper processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Clearing Partner: The primary cause of this error is that the transaction type is set to external, but the system cannot find a corresponding clearing partner. This can happen if the configuration for the transaction type is incomplete or if the necessary master data is not maintained.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Intercompany transactions may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the clearing partner.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the transaction, such as missing fields or incorrect values that prevent the system from identifying the clearing partner.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for