How To Fix >A033 - Totals record for external payment information not posted

>A033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Totals record for external payment information not posted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A033 - Totals record for external payment information not posted ?

  The SAP error message A033: Totals record for external payment information not posted typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with external payments in the Accounts Payable (AP) or Accounts Receivable (AR) modules. This error indicates that the system was unable to post a totals record for an external payment, which is necessary for proper financial reporting and reconciliation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment method or configuration for external payments may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings from being made.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the transaction that is being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post the transaction.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue or bug in the SAP system that is preventing the posting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly configured