How To Fix >0818 - Selection by payment specification cannot be combined with others

>0818 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Selection by payment specification cannot be combined with others

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0818 - Selection by payment specification cannot be combined with others ?

  The SAP error message 0818 ("Selection by payment specification cannot be combined with others") typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when you are trying to execute a payment run or a similar transaction that involves selecting items for payment.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to combine different selection criteria in a payment run that are not compatible with each other. Specifically, the selection by payment specification (like payment method, payment run date, etc.) cannot be combined with other selection criteria such as vendor, customer, or document type. The system enforces this rule to ensure that the payment selection process remains clear and unambiguous.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should adjust your selection criteria in the payment run. Here are some steps you can take:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Go back to the payment run screen and check the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that you are not mixing payment