How To Fix WRF_PRC_CTR017 - Item &1 cannot be dunned without a date shift

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_CTR - Purchasing Procurement Controlling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Item &1 cannot be dunned without a date shift

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR017 - Item &1 cannot be dunned without a date shift ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR017 indicates that an item cannot be dunned (i.e., a reminder for payment cannot be sent) because there is no date shift defined for the dunning process. This typically occurs in the context of dunning procedures in SAP, which are used to manage overdue payments from customers.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The dunning procedure is set up in such a way that it requires a date shift for the item in question.
  The item does not have a valid date shift defined, which is necessary for the dunning process to determine when to send reminders.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dunning Procedure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for dunning procedures in SAP (Transaction code: OBA7 or SPRO).
  Ensure that the dunning procedure assigned to the customer or item has a valid date shift defined.
  
  
  
  Define Date Shift:
  
  If the date shift is not defined, you will need to create or modify the dunning procedure to include a date shift.
  This can be done in the dunning procedure settings where you can specify the number of days for the date shift.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data to ensure that the correct dunning procedure is assigned to the customer.
  You can do this using Transaction code: XD02 (Change Customer) or FD02 (Change Customer - Financial).
  
  
  
  Check Item Status:
  
  Ensure that the item is eligible for dunning. If the item is already cleared or has been paid, it may not be eligible for dunning.
  
  
  
  Test Dunning Run:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test dunning run to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Dunning Procedures: Dunning procedures in SAP are defined to automate the process of reminding customers about overdue payments. Each procedure can have multiple levels, and each level can have different rules regarding when and how reminders are sent.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBD2: To maintain dunning procedures.
  F150: To execute the dunning run.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring dunning procedures and understanding the implications of date shifts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.