How To Fix CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND027 - Payment method is not required and has been removed (&1)

CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND - Message for KPI functionality

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Payment method is not required and has been removed (&1)

What causes this issue?

The payment method (in condition technique) is used only for usage
<LS>Rebate </>(technical name 'BO'). You are not permitted to make an
entry in this field for other usages.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The field <LS>Payment Method</> is deleted.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND027 - Details

• The SAP error message CRM_MKTGS_TRADESPEND027 indicates that a payment method is not required for a specific transaction and has been removed. This error typically occurs in the context of marketing or trade spend management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The payment method may not be configured as required for the specific transaction type or marketing activity.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not necessitate a payment method, leading to its removal.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the transaction, such as missing or incorrect information that leads the system to determine that a payment method is not needed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the transaction type in the SAP system. Ensure that the payment method settings align with the requirements of the transaction.
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the settings for payment