How To Fix RECPSF061 - Recipient &1 is deceased (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECPSF - Correspondence Using Smart Forms

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Recipient &1 is deceased (&2)

What causes this issue?

The recipient is deceased but a letter is being sent anyway.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can choose to have the message issued as an error message rather
than a warning. To do so, change the message type of the message to <ZK>
Error</> using transaction OBA5. If the message is issued as an error
message, and printing is started in the background (batch) or printing
starts without display of the selection list, then the print run
terminates.
Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECPSF061 - Recipient &1 is deceased (&2) ?

  The SAP error message RECPSF061 indicates that a recipient (usually a vendor or customer) is marked as deceased in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where transactions or processes are attempted involving this recipient, such as payments or communications.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the recipient's status in the SAP system has been set to "deceased." This status is often used for individuals (like employees or customers) to prevent any further transactions or communications from being processed in relation to them.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Recipient Status: Check the recipient's status in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data (e.g., vendor or customer master record) and reviewing the status fields.
  
  
  Update Recipient Status: If the recipient is indeed deceased and should not be active, no further action is needed. However, if this status is incorrect (for example, if it was set in error), you may need to update the recipient's status to reflect their current situation. This typically requires appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments: If you are unsure about changing the status, consult with your HR or compliance department to ensure that any changes comply with company policies and legal requirements.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made are documented properly for audit purposes.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Authorization: Changing the status of a recipient may require specific user authorizations. Ensure you have the necessary permissions or consult with your SAP administrator.
  Audit Trail: Keep in mind that changes to master data should be tracked for compliance and auditing purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to this error message, as there may be updates or patches that address related issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.