How To Fix EPS335 - You can only include contract account items in payment scheme &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 335

• Message text: You can only include contract account items in payment scheme &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot include contract account items in the payment scheme &v1& as
payment scheme &v2& already contains contract account items.
A contract account can only have one payment scheme that allows the
inclusion of 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?

Use payment scheme &v2& to include contract account items.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS335 - You can only include contract account items in payment scheme &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPS335 ("You can only include contract account items in payment scheme &1") typically occurs when you are trying to include items in a payment scheme that are not associated with a contract account. This error is common in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to include items in a payment scheme that do not belong to a contract account. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The items you are trying to include may not be contract account items (e.g., they could be general ledger items or other types of financial transactions).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payment scheme that restrict the inclusion of certain item types.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be mistakes in the data entry process, leading to the selection of inappropriate items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPS335 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Item Types: Check the items you are trying to include in the payment scheme. Ensure that they are indeed contract account items. You can do this by reviewing the item details in the system.
  
  
  Review Payment Scheme Configuration: Look into the configuration of the payment scheme (transaction code: OBA7 or similar) to ensure that it is set up to accept the types of items you are trying to include.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect item selection, go back to the selection screen and ensure that you are only selecting valid contract account items.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the payment scheme and the types of items that can be included.
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes: Sometimes, SAP releases notes or updates that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FPAYH (Payment Scheme) and FPL9 (Payment Plan) to manage payment schemes effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EPS335 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EPS335 error and implement a suitable solution.