How To Fix RECEPR143 - Planned cash flow records exist before &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECEPR - Messages for Contract Valuation

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Planned cash flow records exist before &1

What causes this issue?

Through a contract change the planned cash flow records are created
before the <DS:DE.RECEPOSTBEG>First Posting From</> date (or before the
<DS:DE.RECECONSBEG>Evaluation Start Time</> if the <ZH>First Posting
From</> date was not entered<DS>)</>. These cash flow records are not
considered in a subsequent valuation.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECEPR143 - Planned cash flow records exist before &1 ?

  The SAP error message RECEPR143 indicates that there are planned cash flow records that exist before a specified date (denoted by &1). This error typically arises in the context of cash management or financial planning within SAP, particularly when trying to execute certain transactions or processes that involve cash flow management.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected planned cash flow records that are dated earlier than the date you are trying to process. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Attempting to post a cash flow transaction for a date that is later than existing planned cash flows.
  Trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a clean slate of planned cash flows for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECEPR143 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Planned Cash Flow Records:
  
  Check the planned cash flow records in the system for the date specified in the error message. You can use transaction codes like FPM1 (for cash flow management) or relevant reports to view these records.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If possible, adjust the date of the transaction you are trying to process to ensure it is not conflicting with existing planned cash flows.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Planned Cash Flows:
  
  If the planned cash flows are no longer relevant, consider deleting or modifying them. Ensure that this action is in line with your organization's financial policies and procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of modifying or deleting planned cash flows, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that you are not disrupting any financial reporting or planning processes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the error may be related to configuration settings in the cash management module. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's cash flow management practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPM1, FPM2, or FPM3 for cash flow management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to cash flow management for additional insights on handling planned cash flows.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RECEPR143 error and implement a suitable solution.