How To Fix >0168 - Payment method &1 cannot be used for outgoing payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Payment method &1 cannot be used for outgoing payments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0168 - Payment method &1 cannot be used for outgoing payments ?

  The SAP error message 0168 ("Payment method &1 cannot be used for outgoing payments") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the payment method in the system. This error indicates that the specified payment method is not set up to be used for outgoing payments, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment method may not be configured correctly in the payment method settings. It might be set up only for incoming payments or not activated for outgoing payments.
  Payment Method Not Allowed: The payment method may not be allowed for the specific company code or payment type you are trying to use.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct payment method assigned or may not be set up to allow the specified payment method.
  Payment Program Settings: The payment program configuration may not include the payment method for outgoing payments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (or FBZP for payment program configuration).
  Check the configuration for the payment method in question. Ensure that it is set up for outgoing payments and is assigned to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is allowed for the specific company code you are working with. This can be checked in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned. You can do this using transaction codes XK03 (for vendors) or FD03 (for customers).
  
  
  
  Payment Program Configuration:
  
  Review the payment program settings to ensure that the payment method is included in the payment run configuration. This can be done in transaction code FBZP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FBZP: Payment Program Configuration
  OBPM1: Payment Method Configuration
  XK03: Display Vendor
  FD03: Display Customer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to payment methods and configurations.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute transactions related to payment processing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.