How To Fix IHC_IDOC636 - Clearing partner not permitted: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC_IDOC - Messages for Payment Order by IDoc

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Clearing partner not permitted: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC_IDOC636 - Clearing partner not permitted: & ?

  The SAP error message IHC_IDOC636 with the description "Clearing partner not permitted: &" typically occurs in the context of the Intercompany Financials (IHC) module when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the clearing partner in intercompany transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The clearing partner may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant customizing settings for intercompany transactions.
  Master Data Issues: The partner involved in the transaction may not be set up as a valid clearing partner in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform transactions involving the specified clearing partner.
  Incorrect Partner Role: The partner may not have the correct role assigned in the system to be used as a clearing partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings for intercompany transactions (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections for intercompany accounting and ensure that the clearing partner is correctly defined and configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the partner involved in the transaction. Ensure that the partner is set up correctly as a clearing partner.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to review the details of the partner.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to work with the specified clearing partner.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the partner has the correct roles assigned in the system. This can be checked in the Business Partner master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the IHC module for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, BP, and others that may be used for configuration and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 issue related to the error message IHC_IDOC636.