How To Fix BFIBL02612 - No handling routines for payment medium type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BFIBL02 - Payment Medium: Messages

• Message number: 612

• Message text: No handling routines for payment medium type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BFIBL02612 - No handling routines for payment medium type &1 ?

  The SAP error message BFIBL02612 indicates that there are no handling routines defined for the specified payment medium type in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to process a payment medium (like a bank transfer or check) that the system does not recognize or for which it lacks the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment medium type you are trying to use has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Payment Medium Type: The payment medium type specified may be incorrect or not applicable for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  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 type in question is defined and has the necessary handling routines assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Handling Routines:
  
  If the payment medium type is missing, you will need to create it. This involves defining the payment medium format and linking it to the appropriate handling routines.
  You can do this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Payment Medium Workbench.
  
  
  
  Check for Customization:
  
  If your organization has custom payment medium types, ensure that the custom routines are correctly implemented and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on how to set up payment medium types and handling routines.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Payment Medium Formats
  FBZP: Payment Program Configuration
  OBPM2: Payment Medium Formats for Payment Program
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment medium configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Financials.