How To Fix PSSC_NET186 - Invalid data format for net calculation document &1 (ObjectID)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_NET - Net Calculation

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Invalid data format for net calculation document &1 (ObjectID)

What causes this issue?

If the system is to execute a net recalculation successfully, a
<DS:GLOS.49A5F736876A4422E10000000A421392>net calculation document</>
has to meet certain requirements.
At least one of the following required attributes is missing:
<LS>Payment Recipient number</>
<LS>Payment Recipient GUID</>
<LS>Payment Family</>
<LS>Payment Frequency Type</>
<LS>Due Date Rule Type</>
Start date of settlement period
End date of settlement period

System Response

The system does not execute the net calculation.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check if the problem has been caused by a customer-specific adjustment.
If this is not the case, contact SAP and specify the net calculation
document <LS>ObjectID</>.
The net calculation document that caused the problem has the
<LS>ObjectID </>&V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_NET186 - Invalid data format for net calculation document &1 (ObjectID) ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_NET186, which states "Invalid data format for net calculation document &1 (ObjectID)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the format of the data being processed for a net calculation document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being passed to the net calculation document may not conform to the expected format. This could be due to incorrect data types, missing fields, or improperly formatted values.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP CC or CI that are not set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to interpret the data properly.
  Data Corruption: The data in the database might be corrupted or not properly migrated, leading to inconsistencies.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of SAP components or if the system has not been updated properly, it may lead to compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Format: Review the data being sent to the net calculation document. Ensure that all fields are populated correctly and that the data types match the expected formats.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP CC or CI. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that there are no missing parameters.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before processing the net calculation document to catch any formatting issues early.
  Database Integrity Check: Run integrity checks on the database to ensure that there are no corrupt records. If corruption is found, you may need to restore from a backup or correct the data manually.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the expected data formats and any changes that may have been introduced in recent updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to PSSC_NET186 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CC or CI that may help in troubleshooting or monitoring the net calculation documents.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PSSC_NET186 error in your SAP environment.