How To Fix RECD168 - &1: due date correction rule &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: &1: due date correction rule &2 does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD168 - &1: due date correction rule &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RECD168 indicates that there is an issue with a due date correction rule in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the due date correction rule specified (denoted as &2) does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the processing of financial documents, payment processing, or when working with accounts receivable or payable.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The due date correction rule may not have been defined in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration steps were not completed during the setup of the financial module.
  Incorrect Rule Reference: The rule being referenced in the transaction or program may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), the transport may not have included the necessary configuration for the due date correction rule.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the due date correction rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for due date correction rules in SAP. This is typically found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module under the relevant settings for accounts receivable or accounts payable.
  Ensure that the due date correction rule in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Rule Reference:
  
  Double-check the transaction or program where the error occurred to ensure that the correct due date correction rule is being referenced. Look for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport included all necessary configuration objects. You may need to re-transport or manually create the missing rule.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and use the due date correction rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up and managing due date correction rules.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBA3 (for defining due date correction rules) or other relevant transaction codes in the Financial Accounting module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RECD168 error message in SAP.