How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS044 - Due date rule &1 is not valid for specified payment frequency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Due date rule &1 is not valid for specified payment frequency &2

What causes this issue?

One or more of the assigned payment frequencies cannot be used with the
selected due date rule.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the following in Customizing for <LS>Public Sector Management</>
under <LS>Social Services -> Basic Settings -> Periods and Due Date Rule
Settings -> <DS:SIMG.VC_PSSC_DDR_FRQ>Define Due Date Rules and Maintain
Payment Frequency Assignments</></>:
The payment frequency assigned to your frequency mapping must be the
same payment frequency as has been assigned to your due date rule.
The frequency mapping must be assigned to an
<DS:GLOS.49F963515A413880E10000000A421947>SXP type</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS044 - Due date rule &1 is not valid for specified payment frequency &2 ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS044 indicates that there is an issue with the due date rule specified for a payment frequency in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing, where the due date rule does not align with the payment frequency defined for a particular transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Due Date Rule: The due date rule specified does not correspond to the payment frequency set in the system. For example, if the payment frequency is set to "monthly," but the due date rule is configured for "weekly," this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payment terms or due date rules in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when setting up payment terms or due date rules can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for payment terms and due date rules in SAP.
  Ensure that the due date rule is valid for the specified payment frequency. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Terms:
  
  If the due date rule is indeed incorrect, you may need to adjust the payment terms or the due date rule to ensure they are compatible with each other.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code for maintaining payment terms (e.g., OBB8) and reviewing the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the vendor or customer involved in the transaction. Ensure that the payment terms assigned to them are correct and align with the due date rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to payment processing and due date rules for more detailed guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBB8 (Maintain Payment Terms)
  OBA3 (Display Payment Terms)
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG for configuration)
  
  
  Support Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.