How To Fix >A190 - Payment medium creation is not supported for format &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Payment medium creation is not supported for format &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A190 - Payment medium creation is not supported for format &1. ?

  The SAP error message "A190 Payment medium creation is not supported for format &1" typically occurs when there is an issue with the payment medium format specified in the payment program configuration. This error indicates that the system does not support the payment medium format you are trying to use for the payment run.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Format: The specified payment medium format (indicated by &1) is not configured or supported in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The payment medium format may not be properly set up in the payment program configuration (transaction code OBPM1 or similar).
  Missing Payment Medium: The payment medium format may not be defined in the system or may not be activated for the company code or payment method you are using.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used may not be compatible with the specified payment medium format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Medium Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OBPM1 (or the relevant configuration transaction for your version).
  Verify that the payment medium format you are trying to use is correctly configured and activated for the relevant payment method and company code.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the payment method in transaction code FBZP (Payment Program Configuration).
  Ensure that the payment method is linked to the correct payment medium format.
  
  
  
  Use Supported Formats:
  
  If the format you are trying to use is not supported, consider using a different payment medium format that is available in your system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific payment medium formats supported in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or a missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FBZP: Configuration for payment methods.
  OBPM1: Configuration for payment medium formats.
  F110: Automatic payment transactions.
  
  
  
  Payment Medium Formats: Common formats include SEPA, DTAUS, and others, depending on the country and banking requirements.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.