How To Fix EPS353 - You cannot create a payment scheme for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 353

• Message text: You cannot create a payment scheme for contract &1

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create multiple payment schemes for a group of
mandatory contracts.
When you do this, it is not possible to have payment schemes for
unmeasured customers and for metered customers in one mandatory group.

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?

Make sure that all contracts for this mandatory group lead to payment
schemes for one type of customer only (metered or unmeasured customers).
You can do this using event R509.
Alternatively, change your contracts so that there is no mixture of
metered customers and unmeasured customers in one mandatory group.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS353 - You cannot create a payment scheme for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message EPS353, which states "You cannot create a payment scheme for contract &1," typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the creation of a payment scheme for a specific contract.
  Causes:
  
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of a payment scheme. For example, if the contract is already completed or archived, you may not be able to create a new payment scheme.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data may be missing from the contract that is necessary for creating a payment scheme.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the creation of payment schemes for certain types of contracts.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a payment scheme for the specified contract.
  Contract Type: The type of contract may not support payment schemes, depending on how the system is configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract. If it is not in a valid state for creating a payment scheme, you may need to change its status or create a new contract.
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the contract are filled out correctly. Review the contract details for any missing or incorrect information.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for payment schemes and contract types are correctly configured.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create the payment scheme has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to payment schemes and contracts to understand any specific requirements or limitations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA02 (Change Sales Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) that may be related to contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.