How To Fix EPS537 - Cannot change payment scheme category to &1 (possible: &2 or &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 537

• Message text: Cannot change payment scheme category to &1 (possible: &2 or &3)

What causes this issue?

You cannot change the payment scheme category on &V1&.
The values in the fields <LS>NOLINONL</> or <LS>LINNEXINV</> (in table
TE638) do not correspond to the entries in the in the old payment
scheme.

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?

&V2& or &V3& are permissible dates.
Other permissible change dates can also be taken from the tables TE418
and TE417.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS537 - Cannot change payment scheme category to &1 (possible: &2 or &3) ?

  The SAP error message EPS537 indicates that there is an issue with changing the payment scheme category for a specific payment method. The message typically appears when you attempt to change the payment scheme category to a value that is not allowed based on the current configuration or status of the payment method.
  Cause:
  The error message EPS537 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to change the payment scheme category to a value (&1) that is not valid for the current payment method.
  The valid options for the payment scheme category are indicated by &2 and &3, which are the only permissible categories for that payment method.
  The payment method may have restrictions based on its configuration, such as being linked to specific payment schemes or being used in certain contexts (e.g., vendor payments, customer payments).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EPS537 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in question. This can typically be found in the SAP menu under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Define Payment Methods.
  Verify the current payment scheme category assigned to the payment method.
  
  
  
  Review Allowed Categories:
  
  Check the allowed payment scheme categories for the payment method. Ensure that you are trying to change it to one of the valid options (&2 or &3).
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Method Settings:
  
  If you need to change the payment scheme category, you may need to adjust the settings of the payment method to allow for the desired category. This may involve changing the configuration or creating a new payment method that supports the desired category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on payment methods and their configurations. This can provide insights into any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) or FBZP (for payment program configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on payment method configurations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment methods and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.