How To Fix EPS329 - A deactivated payment scheme exists for contract &1 up to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 329

• Message text: A deactivated payment scheme exists for contract &1 up to &2

What causes this issue?

You want to create a payment scheme for contract <(>&<)>V1&. A
deactivated payment scheme up to <(>&<)>V2& already exists for this
contract.

System Response

You cannot create the payment scheme.

How to fix this error?

Create a payment scheme with a start date after <(>&<)>V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS329 - A deactivated payment scheme exists for contract &1 up to &2 ?

  The SAP error message EPS329 indicates that there is a deactivated payment scheme associated with a contract for a specified period. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A contract is linked to a payment scheme that has been deactivated.
  The payment scheme is not valid for the specified period (from the start date to the end date).
  There may be configuration issues in the payment scheme settings or the contract itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPS329 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Scheme Status:
  
  Navigate to the payment scheme configuration in SAP (transaction code: OBPM1 or OBPM2).
  Verify if the payment scheme associated with the contract is active. If it is deactivated, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Details:
  
  Access the contract in question (using transaction code: FPL1N or FPL2N).
  Check the payment scheme assigned to the contract and ensure it is valid for the specified date range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges:
  
  If the payment scheme is valid but not for the specified period, consider adjusting the date ranges in the contract or the payment scheme to ensure they align.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings for payment schemes to ensure they are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPL1N (Display Contract), FPL2N (Change Contract), OBPM1 (Create Payment Scheme), and OBPM2 (Change Payment Scheme).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payment schemes and contract management that might provide additional insights or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment schemes and contract management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EPS329 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.