How To Fix EDI_SD046 - The system used terms of payment key &1 despite of discrepancies.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDI_SD - Messages for EDI SD Integration

• Message number: 046

• Message text: The system used terms of payment key &1 despite of discrepancies.

What causes this issue?

You received this warning message due to the following:
Inbound message contains a terms of payment key that exists in the
database, but the details do not match.
You have set the system to allow discrepancies in the terms of payment.

System Response

The system continues processing the EDI message with the terms of
payment key &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDI_SD046 - The system used terms of payment key &1 despite of discrepancies. ?

  The SAP error message EDI_SD046 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the terms of payment key that the system is trying to use and the expected terms of payment for a particular transaction. This error typically arises in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) processes, particularly in sales and distribution (SD) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Terms of Payment: The terms of payment key specified in the sales order or invoice does not match the terms of payment defined in the customer master data or the pricing conditions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payment terms settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of sales orders or invoices can lead to discrepancies.
  Changes in Customer Master Data: If the terms of payment for a customer have been changed after the order was created, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customer Master Data: Verify the terms of payment in the customer master record (transaction code XD02 for general data or VD02 for sales area data). Ensure that the correct terms of payment are set.
  Review Sales Order/Invoice: Check the sales order or invoice for the terms of payment key being used. Ensure it matches the expected terms of payment for the customer.
  Adjust Payment Terms: If necessary, adjust the payment terms in the sales order or invoice to match the customer master data.
  Configuration Review: If discrepancies persist, review the configuration settings for payment terms in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction code SPRO and navigating to the relevant configuration settings under Sales and Distribution.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to handle payment terms and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD02 - Change Customer Master Data
  VD02 - Change Customer Master Data in Sales Area
  VA02 - Change Sales Order
  VF02 - Change Billing Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that might affect the terms of payment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EDI_SD046 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.