How To Fix >2130 - Document type for payment method &1 in country &2 not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Document type for payment method &1 in country &2 not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2130 - Document type for payment method &1 in country &2 not maintained ?

  The SAP error message >2130 Document type for payment method &1 in country &2 not maintained typically occurs when there is a configuration issue related to the payment method and document type settings in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid document type associated with the specified payment method for the given country.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type for the specified payment method in the specified country has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method being used may not be correctly set up for the document type in the country specified.
  Country-Specific Settings: The configuration may not have been completed for the specific country in which the transaction is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the document type is properly maintained for the payment method in the specified country. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Outgoing Payments -> Automatic Outgoing Payments -> Set Up Payment Methods per Country
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Document Type:
  
  In the configuration screen, find the relevant payment method (e.g., check, bank transfer) and the country code.
  Ensure that a document type is assigned to the payment method for the specified country.
  If it is missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate document type.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the payment method is active and properly linked to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each document type can have specific settings and rules associated with it.
  Payment Methods: Payment methods define how payments are processed (e.g., cash, check, bank transfer) and can vary by country and company code.
  Country-Specific Settings: Different countries may have different legal and regulatory requirements for payment processing, which is why configurations can vary.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.