How To Fix CM_SEPMRA_SALESORDER102 - Payment method &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SEPMRA_SALESORDER - Message Class SEPM_SODA

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Payment method &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SEPMRA_SALESORDER102 - Payment method &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_SEPMRA_SALESORDER102 indicates that the payment method specified in a sales order does not exist in the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing entries, or data entry errors.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method entered in the sales order does not match any of the payment methods defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The payment method may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or sales area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the payment method field when creating or editing the sales order.
  Missing Payment Method: The payment method may not have been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Payments > Define Payment Methods for Company Code.
  Ensure that the payment method you are trying to use is defined and active for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Sales Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the relevant sales area (Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, and Division).
  You can check this in the configuration under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Payment Transactions > Define Payment Methods.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the payment method entered in the sales order for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the payment method code is correct and matches the defined codes in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings mentioned above.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or user manuals for your specific SAP version to ensure compliance with the required configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  VA02 for changing sales orders.
  VA03 for displaying sales orders.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to payment methods and sales orders.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify payment methods and sales orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_SEPMRA_SALESORDER102 and ensure that the payment method is correctly configured and used in your sales orders.