How To Fix UKM_CHECK028 - Old credit exposure in credit horizon &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_CHECK - Messages for Credit Check

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Old credit exposure in credit horizon &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_CHECK028 - Old credit exposure in credit horizon &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message UKM_CHECK028 indicates that there is an issue with the credit exposure of a customer in the context of credit management. Specifically, it refers to "Old credit exposure in credit horizon," which means that the system has detected credit exposure that is older than the defined credit horizon for the customer.
  Cause:
  
  Old Credit Exposure: The error occurs when the system finds that there are open items or credit exposures that exceed the defined credit horizon period. This can happen if there are outstanding invoices or other financial transactions that have not been cleared or settled within the expected timeframe.
  Credit Horizon Settings: The credit horizon is a configuration setting in SAP that defines the time frame for which credit exposure is evaluated. If the credit horizon is set too short, it may not account for older exposures that still need to be considered.
  Customer Master Data: There may be issues with the customer master data, such as incorrect credit limits or exposure settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Credit Horizon Settings: Check the configuration of the credit horizon in the SAP system. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for a longer credit horizon if it is too restrictive.
  
  This can typically be done in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under Financial Supply Chain Management > Credit Management > Basic Settings > Define Credit Horizon.
  
  
  
  Analyze Open Items: Review the open items for the customer in question. Identify any old invoices or transactions that are contributing to the credit exposure.
  
  You can use transaction codes like FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to view open items for a specific customer.
  
  
  
  Clear Old Exposures: If there are old exposures that are no longer relevant, consider clearing them. This may involve:
  
  Settling outstanding invoices.
  Writing off uncollectible amounts.
  Adjusting the customer’s credit limit if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is accurate and up to date. Verify that the credit limit and exposure settings are appropriate for the customer’s business relationship.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your finance or credit management team to ensure that any changes made align with company policies and procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  UKM_CHECK: To check credit management settings.
  FD32: To display customer credit management data.
  FBL5N: To display customer line items.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on credit management configurations.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on credit management for best practices and detailed explanations of credit exposure and horizon settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UKM_CHECK028 error and ensure that your credit management processes are functioning correctly.