How To Fix VVSCMASTERDATA028 - G/L transfer postings only possible for identical payt options and plans

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCMASTERDATA -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: G/L transfer postings only possible for identical payt options and plans

What causes this issue?

Payment plan items were delivered that are grouped using one business
case number, and refer to differing payment options or payment plans-
General ledger transfer postings can only be executed if the set
payment plan options have matching payment options and payment plans.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCMASTERDATA028 - G/L transfer postings only possible for identical payt options and plans ?

  The SAP error message VVSCMASTERDATA028 indicates that there is an issue with General Ledger (G/L) transfer postings due to differing payment options or payment plans. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a transfer posting between two accounts that have different payment terms or payment plans associated with them.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires the payment options and plans to be identical for both accounts involved in the transfer posting. If there is a mismatch, the system will not allow the transfer to proceed, resulting in the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Options and Plans:
  
  Review the payment options and plans associated with the accounts involved in the transfer posting. Ensure that they are identical.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data for the accounts in question (e.g., vendor or customer master data).
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Terms:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to adjust the payment terms or plans for one of the accounts to match the other. This can be done in the master data settings.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transfer Posting:
  
  After ensuring that the payment options and plans are identical, try to perform the transfer posting again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to change the payment options or plans, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the issue may be related to configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the configuration for payment terms and plans is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or F-02 (General Posting) to perform the transfer posting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the master data or perform transfer postings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.