How To Fix 68204 - Pmnt method & not permitted for co.cd.&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Pmnt method & not permitted for co.cd.&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68204 - Pmnt method & not permitted for co.cd.& ?

  The SAP error message "68204 Pmnt method & not permitted for co.cd.&" typically indicates that the payment method being used is not allowed for the specified company code in the context of a financial transaction. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during invoice processing, payment processing, or when creating financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The payment method may not be configured for the specific company code in the SAP system.
  Payment Method Restrictions: Certain payment methods may be restricted for specific company codes due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  Master Data Settings: The vendor or customer master data may not have the payment method assigned or may have restrictions that prevent the use of the specified payment method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the path for payment methods.
  Ensure that the payment method is defined for the relevant company code.
  Check if the payment method is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify the settings for the company code in the financial accounting configuration.
  Ensure that the payment method is allowed for the specific company code.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the allowed payment method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding payment methods and their usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods in company code) or FK02/FK03 (to change/display vendor master data) to check and modify settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment methods and master data.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.