How To Fix BFIBL02608 - Note to payee field for payment medium format &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Note to payee field for payment medium format &1 not defined

What causes this issue?

The note to payee field(s) for payment medium format &V1& is/are not
defined.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the note to payee field(s) if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02608 - Note to payee field for payment medium format &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02608 indicates that the "Note to payee" field for a specific payment medium format is not defined. This error typically arises when you are trying to generate a payment medium (like a bank transfer file) and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the "Note to payee" field in the specified format.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment medium format you are using does not have a defined "Note to payee" field in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Format: The payment medium format specified may not be set up correctly or may not support the "Note to payee" field.
  Custom Formats: If you are using a custom payment medium format, it may not have been properly configured to include the "Note to payee" field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Medium Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check the configuration of the payment medium format.
  Ensure that the "Note to payee" field is defined for the payment medium format you are using.
  
  
  
  Define the Note to Payee Field:
  
  If the field is not defined, you will need to add it. This can usually be done in the payment medium format configuration settings.
  Make sure to specify the correct field name and format according to the requirements of the payment medium.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Medium Format:
  
  If you are using a standard format, ensure that it is correctly set up in the system. If it is a custom format, verify that it has been developed according to the specifications required by your bank or payment processor.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payment medium formats for additional guidance on how to configure the "Note to payee" field.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment medium generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBPM1: Payment Medium Workbench
  FBZP: Payment Program Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in payment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message BFIBL02608 and successfully generate your payment medium.