How To Fix COM_PAYCARD_AUTH111 - Authorization function for merchant ID &1 not maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PAYCARD_AUTH -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Authorization function for merchant ID &1 not maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PAYCARD_AUTH111 - Authorization function for merchant ID &1 not maintained. ?

  The SAP error message COM_PAYCARD_AUTH111 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization function for a specific merchant ID in the payment card processing configuration. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary authorization settings for the specified merchant ID, which can prevent payment transactions from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The merchant ID may not have been properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Function Not Maintained: The authorization function for the merchant ID is not maintained or is incorrectly set up in the payment processing configuration.
  Incorrect Merchant ID: The merchant ID being used in the transaction may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the overall payment processing settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Merchant ID Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment card processing in SAP.
  Verify that the merchant ID in question is correctly set up and that all required fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Maintain Authorization Function:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (usually under Financial Accounting or Payment Processing).
  Ensure that the authorization function for the merchant ID is maintained. This may involve creating or updating the authorization settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction data to ensure that the correct merchant ID is being used.
  If necessary, update the transaction to use the correct merchant ID.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining payment card authorization functions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like SPRO) to access configuration settings.
  Payment Card Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payment card processing module in SAP, as it includes various settings related to merchant IDs and authorization functions.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the necessary permissions to modify payment processing configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PAYCARD_AUTH111 error and ensure that payment transactions can be processed successfully.