How To Fix EPS371 - The payment scheme can only be created inactive

EPS371 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 371

• Message text: The payment scheme can only be created inactive

What causes this issue?

You can only create the payment scheme for &v1& (first payment date &v2&
) with inactive status as both dates occur during the payment break but
before the end of the billing period &v3&.

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?

When creating the payment scheme, select the <LS>Payment Scheme Inactive
</> checkbox.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS371 - The payment scheme can only be created inactive ?

  The SAP error message EPS371, which states "The payment scheme can only be created inactive," typically occurs when you are trying to create a payment scheme in the SAP system, but the system is configured to only allow the creation of inactive payment schemes. This can happen due to various reasons related to configuration settings or business rules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require that new payment schemes be created in an inactive state. This could be a business requirement to ensure that new payment schemes are reviewed and activated only after proper validation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create an active payment scheme.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or parameters may restrict the creation of active payment schemes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Create Inactive Payment Scheme: Follow the process to create the payment scheme as inactive. After creation, you can then activate it once all necessary checks and