How To Fix IHC_DIRECT637 - Recipient account not found: & / &

IHC_DIRECT637 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_DIRECT - Messages for Direct Entry

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Recipient account not found: & / &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_DIRECT637 - Recipient account not found: & / & ?

  The SAP error message IHC_DIRECT637 indicates that a recipient account could not be found in the context of the Integrated Financial Communication (IHC) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to locate the specified account for a payment or communication process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Information: The recipient account may not be defined in the system or may not be correctly configured.
  Incorrect Account Number: The account number provided in the transaction may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the recipient account.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the IHC module may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the recipient account.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Account Details:
  
  Check the recipient account number and ensure it is entered correctly.
  Ensure that the account exists in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the relevant master data (e.g., vendor or customer master) and