How To Fix MDG_FICA_CHECK037 - Discount key &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_FICA_CHECK - Contract Account Check Messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Discount key &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_FICA_CHECK037 - Discount key &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_FICA_CHECK037 indicates that a discount key specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when dealing with Master Data Governance (MDG) for Financial Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A discount key is referenced in a transaction or master data record, but it has not been defined in the system.
  The discount key may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the discount key field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Discount Key Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for discount keys in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Basic Functions -> Discounts -> Define Discount Keys.
  Verify if the discount key in question exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Discount Key:
  
  If the discount key does not exist, create a new discount key with the required parameters.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to meet the necessary requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data (e.g., customer or vendor records) where the discount key is being used.
  Ensure that the correct discount key is assigned and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the parameters required for the discount key, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the configuration settings.
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check the table structure related to discount keys.
  SE16N: Data Browser to view existing discount keys in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  The discount keys are typically stored in tables like T007 (Discount Keys) and T007A (Discount Key Texts).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to discount keys and this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.