How To Fix EBPP_REC_INV020 - Bill &1: XML file port &2 does not have a permitted physical directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBPP_REC_INV - SAP Biller Direct: Bill Receipt Processing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Bill &1: XML file port &2 does not have a permitted physical directory

What causes this issue?

You were unable to write data to the XML file port <LS>FSCMBDXML</>.

System Response

Bill receipt processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

In transaction <DS:TRAN.WE21>WE21</> in XML file port <LS>FSCMBDXML</>,
define a physical directory and enter a file name (such as <LB>out.txt
</>) in the <LS>Outbound File</> field. Restart the process.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBPP_REC_INV020 - Bill &1: XML file port &2 does not have a permitted physical directory ?

  The SAP error message EBPP_REC_INV020 indicates that there is an issue with the XML file port configuration in the context of Electronic Bill Presentment and Payment (EBPP). Specifically, the error states that the XML file port does not have a permitted physical directory. This typically means that the system is unable to locate or access the directory where the XML files are supposed to be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Directory Configuration: The physical directory for the XML file port may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Permissions Issue: The user or the SAP system may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified directory.
  Non-existent Directory: The directory specified in the configuration may not exist on the server.
  Incorrect Port Settings: The port settings for the XML file may not be correctly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Directory Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for EBPP.
  Verify that the physical directory for the XML file port is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Directory Existence:
  
  Ensure that the directory specified in the configuration actually exists on the server where the SAP system is running.
  If it does not exist, create the directory or update the configuration to point to an existing directory.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system user has the necessary permissions to read from and write to the specified directory.
  You may need to adjust the file system permissions on the server.
  
  
  
  Review Port Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the XML file port in transaction WE21 (IDoc Ports) to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the port is active and properly set up to handle XML files.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to process an XML file again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  WE21: IDoc Ports
  SE38: To run reports that may help in debugging.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for EBPP and XML processing for more detailed configuration steps and best practices.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EBPP_REC_INV020 error and ensure that the XML file port is correctly configured and accessible.