How To Fix BUP_CARD020 - Define one payment card only as standard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_CARD - BP: Messages for Payment Card Segment

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Define one payment card only as standard

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_CARD020 - Define one payment card only as standard ?

  The SAP error message BUP_CARD020 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of payment cards in the system. Specifically, it means that more than one payment card has been defined as the standard card for a business partner, which is not allowed. In SAP, you can only have one standard payment card for each business partner.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Multiple payment cards are marked as "standard" for a single business partner.
  The configuration settings for payment cards are not correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that only one payment card is defined as the standard card for the business partner. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Enter the business partner number for which you are encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Cards:
  
  Navigate to the Payment Cards section within the business partner data.
  Review the list of payment cards associated with the business partner.
  
  
  
  Identify the Standard Card:
  
  Identify which payment card is currently marked as the standard card.
  If there are multiple cards marked as standard, you will need to change the status of the additional cards.
  
  
  
  Modify Payment Card Settings:
  
  Select the payment card that you want to keep as the standard card.
  Ensure that only this card is marked as "standard."
  For any other payment cards, uncheck the "standard" option.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Configuration: Ensure that your business partner settings are correctly configured to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing payment cards and business partner data.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to business partner data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.