How To Fix VKKICDA066 - Specify either an internal or external creditor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VKKICDA - Messages for the ICDA Service

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Specify either an internal or external creditor

What causes this issue?

You have specified internal identification &V1& and external
identification &V2& for the creditor during the creation of or change to
an <LS>InsuranceCollectionDisbursementAgreement</>. However, you are
only permitted to specify either the internal or the external
identification.

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?

Enter either the internal or the external identification for the
creditor.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VKKICDA066 - Specify either an internal or external creditor ?

  The SAP error message VKKICDA066, which states "Specify either an internal or external creditor," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts receivable or accounts payable. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify a creditor (a party to whom money is owed) but has not received the necessary information to identify whether the creditor is internal (within the organization) or external (outside the organization).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Creditor Information: The transaction you are trying to process does not have the necessary creditor information filled in.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the creditor type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the creditor details were not provided or were incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Creditor Information: Ensure that you have entered either an internal or external creditor in the relevant fields. This typically involves:
  
  For internal creditors: Ensure that the internal account number is correctly specified.
  For external creditors: Ensure that the vendor or customer number is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type: Depending on the type of transaction you are processing, make sure that the correct creditor type is selected. For example, if you are processing a payment to a vendor, ensure that the vendor number is entered.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If you are an SAP administrator, check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the creditor types are correctly defined and that the system is set up to recognize them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction you are trying to perform. This can provide insights into required fields and configurations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the process you are working on (e.g., FB60 for vendor invoices, FB70 for customer invoices).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and modify creditor information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VKKICDA066 error and successfully process your transaction.