How To Fix EPIC_PROC_UI030 - Cannot create payt request; clearing account not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_PROC_UI - Messages for Payment Processing Services

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Cannot create payt request; clearing account not maintained

What causes this issue?

The system cannot generate the payment request because you have not
maintained the relevant clearing account in Customizing.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define the relevant clearing account in Customizing for

<LS>Financial Accounting</>,


<LS>Financial Accounting</>,

<LS>Financial Accounting (New)</>,


under <LS>Bank Accounting -> Business Transactions -> Payment
Transactions -> Payment Request -></>
<DS:SIMG.FIBL_V_ATPRA_FI>Define Clearing Accounts for Cross-Country Bank
Account Transfers</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_PROC_UI030 - Cannot create payt request; clearing account not maintained ?

  The SAP error message EPIC_PROC_UI030 indicates that the system is unable to create a payment request because the clearing account has not been maintained. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the clearing account, which is necessary for processing payments, has not been defined in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The clearing account may not have been set up in the relevant configuration settings.
  Missing Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the necessary clearing account information.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the payment program or the payment method may not be correctly configured to reference the clearing account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment program in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 or FBZP).
  Ensure that the clearing account is defined for the relevant company code and payment method.
  
  
  
  Maintain Clearing Account:
  
  If the clearing account is missing, you will need to create or maintain it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Payments > Maintain Payment Methods for Country).
  Ensure that the clearing account is specified for the payment method you are using.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the clearing account is correctly assigned.
  You can check this in the vendor or customer master record (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, FD03 for customers).
  
  
  
  Test the Payment Program:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment program again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), OBPM1 (Payment Methods), XK03 (Display Vendor), and FD03 (Display Customer).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EPIC_PROC_UI030 error and successfully create the payment request. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.