How To Fix EPS157 - Contract account items will be allocated to payment scheme of contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Contract account items will be allocated to payment scheme of contract &1

What causes this issue?

If you include items at contract account level, the system allocates
them to the payment scheme of contract &v1&.
For more information, see <DS:DE.E_INCLCAITEMS>Include Contract Account
Items</>.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS157 - Contract account items will be allocated to payment scheme of contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPS157 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of contract account items to a payment scheme in the context of contract account management. This error typically arises when the system is unable to allocate items to the specified payment scheme due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Scheme Configuration: The payment scheme associated with the contract account may not be properly configured or may not exist.
  Contract Account Status: The status of the contract account may prevent the allocation of items to the payment scheme (e.g., if the account is blocked or inactive).
  Item Characteristics: The items in the contract account may not meet the criteria for allocation to the specified payment scheme.
  Missing Data: Required data for the payment scheme or contract account may be missing or incorrect.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or parameters that restrict the allocation of items to the payment scheme.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Scheme Configuration: Verify that the payment scheme is correctly configured in the system. Ensure that it is active and that all necessary parameters are set.
  Review Contract Account Status: Check the status of the contract account to ensure it is active and not blocked. If it is blocked, you may need to unblock it or resolve any issues causing the block.
  Validate Item Characteristics: Review the items in the contract account to ensure they meet the criteria for allocation to the payment scheme. This may involve checking item types, amounts, and other relevant attributes.
  Complete Missing Data: Ensure that all required data for the payment scheme and contract account is present and correct. This may involve updating master data or transaction data.
  Consult System Settings: Review system settings and parameters related to payment schemes and contract accounts to ensure they allow for the desired allocations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FPAY1 (for payment scheme management) or FPL1 (for contract account management) to access relevant configurations and data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for contract account management and payment schemes for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in contract account management.