How To Fix RQ245 - Payment dates cannot be included (Customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Payment dates cannot be included (Customizing)

What causes this issue?

Payment dates cannot be considered because no payment date assignments
have been maintained in liquidity forecast customizing (view V_T035Z)
This is also true if you use the selections to prescribe payment dates,
becasue the system cannot determine for which groups and levels the
payment dates are to apply.

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?

Define payment date assignments in customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ245 - Payment dates cannot be included (Customizing) ?

  The SAP error message RQ245, which states "Payment dates cannot be included (Customizing)," typically occurs in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment runs or payment proposals. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to payment dates in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The payment date settings in the configuration may not allow for the inclusion of certain payment dates. This could be due to settings in the payment method or the payment program configuration.
  
  
  Payment Method: The payment method being used may not be configured to allow for the specified payment dates. Each payment method can have specific rules regarding payment dates.
  
  
  Document Type: The document type associated with the payment may have restrictions that prevent certain payment dates from being processed.
  
  
  Customizing Settings: There may be specific customizing settings that restrict the inclusion of payment dates based on certain criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RQ245 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment method configuration).
  Review the settings for the payment method you are using. Ensure that the payment dates are allowed and that there are no restrictions.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings in transaction code OBY6 or OBY7.
  Ensure that the document type allows for the payment dates you are trying to include.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Look for the section related to payment processing and verify that the settings align with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in financial accounting (FI) or treasury management.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test payment run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for RQ245 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and configuration for further insights into how payment dates are handled.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and FBZP (Maintain Payment Program) for managing payment runs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RQ245 error in your SAP system.