How To Fix UKM_WC_CLIENT003 - No relevant credit segment assigned to credit control area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_WC_CLIENT - Message Class for Work Center Client "Credit Management"

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No relevant credit segment assigned to credit control area &1

What causes this issue?

No credit segment in Credit Management is assigned to credit control
area &V1&.

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?

Check the Customizing setetings and assign a credit segment to credit
control area &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_WC_CLIENT003 - No relevant credit segment assigned to credit control area &1 ?

  The SAP error message UKM_WC_CLIENT003 indicates that there is no relevant credit segment assigned to the specified credit control area. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's credit management functionality, particularly when dealing with customer credit checks and risk management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A credit control area is defined in the system, but it does not have an associated credit segment.
  The customer master data does not have the necessary credit information linked to the credit control area.
  The configuration for credit management is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Credit Control Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB45 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Credit Management > Define Credit Control Areas).
  Ensure that the credit control area is correctly defined and that it has a corresponding credit segment assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Credit Segment:
  
  If the credit control area does not have a credit segment assigned, you need to assign one. This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you defined the credit control area.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code FD03 to display the customer master data.
  Check the credit management data for the customer and ensure that the credit control area is correctly assigned and that the necessary credit limits and risk categories are set.
  
  
  
  Check Credit Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the credit management settings are properly configured. This includes checking the settings for credit checks, risk categories, and credit limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB45: Define Credit Control Areas
  FD03: Display Customer Master Data
  UKM_CHECK: Check Credit Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Credit Management in SAP:
  
  Familiarize yourself with the credit management module in SAP, including how credit limits, risk categories, and credit checks are configured and managed.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UKM_WC_CLIENT003 error and ensure that your credit management processes function smoothly.