How To Fix V1197 - Select either static or dynamic credit limit check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Select either static or dynamic credit limit check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1197 - Select either static or dynamic credit limit check ?

  The SAP error message V1197, which states "Select either static or dynamic credit limit check," typically occurs in the context of credit management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific type of credit limit check to be defined for processing a sales order or delivery, but it has not been properly configured.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system is unable to determine whether to perform a static or dynamic credit limit check for a customer. This can happen due to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The credit management settings in the SAP system may not be properly configured. This includes settings in the credit control area or customer master data.
  Missing Settings: The credit limit check type may not be defined for the relevant sales document type or customer.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the customer master data or sales order data that prevent the system from determining the