How To Fix SCRM172 - Check run not older than &1 days

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCRM - Check Results Management

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Check run not older than &1 days

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCRM172 - Check run not older than &1 days ?

  The SAP error message SCRM172, which states "Check run not older than &1 days," typically occurs in the context of SAP Credit Management. This error indicates that the system is enforcing a rule that requires a check run (a process that evaluates credit limits and risk) to be performed within a certain timeframe. The "&1" in the message will be replaced by a specific number of days, indicating the maximum age of the check run that is acceptable.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the check run you are trying to use is older than the allowed number of days specified in the system configuration. This is a safeguard to ensure that credit evaluations are based on the most current data, as older evaluations may not accurately reflect the current creditworthiness of a customer.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Perform a New Check Run: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP for credit management (e.g., transaction code FD32 for customer credit management).
  Execute a new check run for the customer or the relevant entity. This will generate a fresh evaluation and update the check run date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you believe the time frame for the check run is too restrictive, you can review and adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the configuration settings for credit management (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigating to the relevant section for credit management and checking the settings for the check run validity period.
  
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to ensure that any changes made align with your organization's credit policies.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes issues can arise from bugs that have been resolved in later versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on credit management processes and error handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FD32 (Change Customer Credit Management), FD33 (Display Customer Credit Management), and FD30 (Create Customer Credit Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error SCRM172.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform credit checks and modify credit management settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCRM172 error and ensure that your credit management processes are functioning correctly.