How To Fix EPS271 - No payment scheme found for additional selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 271

• Message text: No payment scheme found for additional selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS271 - No payment scheme found for additional selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message EPS271 "No payment scheme found for additional selection criteria" typically occurs in the context of payment processing, particularly when dealing with payment runs in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system could not find a suitable payment scheme that matches the criteria specified in the payment run.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payment Scheme: The payment scheme that should be used for the payment run is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the payment run do not match any existing payment schemes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payment method settings or in the payment scheme settings.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the correct payment terms or payment methods assigned.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Scheme Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment schemes in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBVCU).
  Ensure that the payment scheme is defined and is active for the relevant company code and payment method.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the payment method configuration (Transaction code: FBZP).
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned to the payment scheme and that it is valid for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria used in the payment run. Ensure that they are correctly set and that they correspond to the payment schemes available in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Verify that the vendor or customer master data has the correct payment terms and payment methods assigned.
  Ensure that the relevant payment scheme is linked to the vendor or customer.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Criteria:
  
  If possible, try running the payment run with different selection criteria to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on payment schemes and payment runs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FBZP (Payment Program Configuration)
  OBVCU (Payment Scheme Configuration)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the payment run has the necessary authorizations to access the payment schemes and related configurations.
  
  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 financial processes within SAP.