How To Fix ML_CAI_MESSAGE059 - Item &1 (&2, &3) is proposed but doesn't meet autoclearing target of &4%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML_CAI_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Item &1 (&2, &3) is proposed but doesn't meet autoclearing target of &4%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ML_CAI_MESSAGE059 - Item &1 (&2, &3) is proposed but doesn't meet autoclearing target of &4% ?

  The SAP error message ML_CAI_MESSAGE059 indicates that an item (identified by &1, &2, &3) is proposed for autoclearing but does not meet the specified autoclearing target percentage of &4%. This typically occurs in the context of automatic clearing processes in SAP, where the system attempts to clear open items in accounts payable or receivable based on certain criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  Autoclearing Criteria Not Met: The item proposed for autoclearing does not meet the defined criteria, which may include:
  
  The amount of the item does not match the required percentage of the total amount.
  The items may have different currencies or exchange rates that prevent them from being considered for clearing.
  The items may have different posting dates or other attributes that disqualify them from being cleared together.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The autoclearing settings in the system may be configured in such a way that the percentage threshold is too strict or not aligned with the actual data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Autoclearing Settings: Check the configuration settings for autoclearing in the SAP system. This can be done in the transaction code SPRO:
  
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Periodic Processing > Automatic Clearing.
  Review the settings for the percentage threshold and adjust if necessary.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Items: Investigate the specific items that are being proposed for autoclearing:
  
  Check the amounts, currencies, and other relevant attributes of the items.
  Ensure that the items are eligible for clearing based on the defined criteria.
  
  
  
  Manual Clearing: If the items cannot be cleared automatically due to the criteria, consider clearing them manually if appropriate.
  
  
  Adjust Item Attributes: If possible, adjust the attributes of the items (e.g., currency conversion, posting dates) to meet the autoclearing criteria.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on autoclearing processes and settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  F.13: Automatic Clearing
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to autoclearing issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If customization is needed, consider using user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) to modify the autoclearing logic.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that items are processed correctly in the autoclearing function.