EK803 - No current payment plan exists (contract &1, category &2 inconsistent)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 803

• Message text: No current payment plan exists (contract &1, category &2 inconsistent)

What causes this issue?

A current <DS:GLOS.2A7E8A9C5C28D311B60F0060B03C2BFF>payment plan</>
does not exist for contract &v1&.
A current plan should exist at the latest by the second invoicing after
the starting month, since a
<DS:GLOS.CE3D29A77D72D411BA570800060D888B>payment plan category</> (
&V2&) and a starting month (&v3&) have been entered.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK803 - No current payment plan exists (contract &1, category &2 inconsistent) ?

  The SAP error message EK803 ("No current payment plan exists (contract &1, category &2 inconsistent)") typically occurs in the context of contract management and payment plans within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid payment plan associated with a specific contract and category.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Plan: The most common cause is that there is no payment plan defined for the specified contract and category.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the contract or payment plan, such as incorrect configuration or missing entries.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for payment plans to be processed.
  Incorrect Category: The category specified may not be valid for the contract or may not have an associated payment plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Plan Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question and verify if a payment plan is defined.
  Ensure that the payment plan is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Details:
  
  Check the contract status to ensure it is active and eligible for payment plans.
  Verify that the contract and category match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Payment Plan:
  
  If no payment plan exists, create a new payment plan for the contract.
  If a payment plan exists but is incorrect, update it to ensure it aligns with the contract details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to contract management and payment plans for specific instructions on setup and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if they might be affecting the payment plan functionality.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts and payment plans.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error EK803 for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage contracts and payment plans.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EK803 error and implement a solution to resolve it.