How To Fix BFIBL02611 - Event &2 for payment medium format &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 611

• Message text: Event &2 for payment medium format &1 not defined

What causes this issue?

The event &V2& for payment medium format &V1& is not defined.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the event.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02611 - Event &2 for payment medium format &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02611 indicates that there is an issue with the payment medium format that is not defined for a specific event. This error typically arises in the context of payment processing, particularly when generating payment files or payment media in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment medium format for the specified event is not configured in the system. This could happen if the format was never set up or if it was deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Event Assignment: The event specified in the error message may not be correctly linked to the payment medium format in the configuration settings.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payment processing area, they may not have been properly integrated with the standard payment medium formats.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Medium Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment medium formats) or FBZP (for payment program configuration).
  Verify that the payment medium format specified in the error message is defined for the event indicated (e.g., payment run, direct debit, etc.).
  If it is not defined, you will need to create or configure the payment medium format for the specific event.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Medium to Event:
  
  Ensure that the payment medium format is correctly assigned to the relevant payment method and company code.
  Check the configuration for the payment method in the payment program settings to ensure it is linked to the correct payment medium format.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to payment processing, review them to ensure they are compatible with the standard payment medium formats.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payment program to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FBZP: Payment Program Configuration
  OBPM1: Payment Medium Formats
  OBPM2: Payment Medium Format for Payment Methods
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring payment medium formats and payment programs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payment medium formats and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message BFIBL02611 and ensure that your payment processing runs smoothly.