How To Fix >2639 - Only one recipient possible for check &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >2 -

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Only one recipient possible for check &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >2639 - Only one recipient possible for check &1 ?

  The SAP error message 2639 ("Only one recipient possible for check &1") typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with checks in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a check payment for a situation where only one recipient is allowed, but multiple recipients have been specified.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Multiple Recipients: The payment document or transaction is set up with multiple recipients, but the system is configured to allow only one recipient for check payments.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the payment program or the vendor/customer master data may not align with the requirements for check payments.
  Payment Method Settings: The payment method used for the transaction may be set to allow only single recipient payments, but the transaction is attempting to include multiple recipients.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Document: Review the payment document to ensure that only one recipient is specified. If multiple recipients are listed, you may need to adjust the document to include only one.
  
  
  Review Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBVCU).
  Ensure that the payment method settings allow for multiple recipients if that is your intention, or confirm that it is set to allow only one recipient if that is the requirement.
  
  
  
  Vendor/Customer Master Data: Check the master data for the vendor or customer involved in the transaction. Ensure that the payment details are correctly set up and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  Payment Program Settings: Review the settings of the payment program (Transaction code: F110) to ensure that it is configured correctly for the type of payments you are processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) and OBVCU (Payment Methods in Country).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Exits or Enhancements: If your organization has custom enhancements or user exits, review them to ensure they are not causing conflicts with the payment processing logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.