How To Fix 5E126 - Enter either on-going payment or payment type, but not both

5E126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Enter either on-going payment or payment type, but not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E126 - Enter either on-going payment or payment type, but not both ?

  The SAP error message 5E126 indicates that there is a conflict in the payment information being entered in the system. Specifically, it states: "Enter either on-going payment or payment type, but not both." This error typically arises in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with payment terms or payment methods in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when both an "on-going payment" and a "payment type" are specified in the same transaction or entry. In SAP, these two fields are mutually exclusive, meaning that you can only fill out one of them at a time. 
  
  On-going Payment: This usually refers to a recurring payment setup, such as a standing order or direct debit.
  Payment Type: This refers to the specific method of payment being used, such as bank transfer, check, etc.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you are only entering one of the two fields. Here are the steps