How To Fix VKKICDA047 - Specify the business partner for third party collections

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VKKICDA - Messages for the ICDA Service

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Specify the business partner for third party collections

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a required entry field for the business partner
for third party collection during the creation of an
<LS>InsuranceCollectionDisbursementAgreement</>.

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?

Specify either the internal or external identification for the business
partner for third party collections.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VKKICDA047 - Specify the business partner for third party collections ?

  The SAP error message VKKICDA047, which states "Specify the business partner for third party collections," typically occurs in the context of third-party sales processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable and collections.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when the system expects a business partner to be specified for a third-party collection process, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured. The business partner is essential for identifying the customer or vendor involved in the transaction, and without it, the system cannot proceed with the collection process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (BP) and verifying that the relevant business partner exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Business Partner to Sales Document:
  
  If you are processing a sales document (like a sales order or invoice), ensure that the business partner is assigned to the document. You can check this in the sales order or invoice details.
  
  
  
  Review Third-Party Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for third-party sales in your SAP system. Ensure that the necessary settings for third-party processing are correctly defined in the system. This includes checking the relevant sales area and ensuring that the business partner is linked to the correct sales organization.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the business partner is missing from the master data, you may need to create or update the business partner record to include the necessary information for third-party collections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to third-party sales and collections for any additional configuration or setup steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify business partner data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  VA01/VA02: Create/Change Sales Order
  VF01/VF02: Create/Change Billing Document
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on third-party sales processes and business partner management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the VKKICDA047 error in your SAP system.