How To Fix WS446 - Interest calculation method: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 446

• Message text: Interest calculation method: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS446 - Interest calculation method: &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WS446:
  
  SAP Error Message: WS446
  Message Text:
  Interest calculation method: &1
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The error message WS446 typically occurs in the context of interest calculation in SAP, especially within the Accounts Receivable/Payable or Treasury modules where interest on open items or financial transactions is calculated.
  
  The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the interest calculation method code that is causing the issue.
  The error indicates that the interest calculation method specified is either not defined, incorrect, or not properly maintained in the system.
  This can happen if:
  The interest calculation method code used in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  The interest calculation method is incomplete or missing required parameters.
  There is a mismatch between the interest calculation method assigned and the transaction type or company code.
  
  
  
  
  2. Where It Occurs
  
  During interest calculation runs (e.g., transaction FINT or custom interest calculation programs).
  When posting