How To Fix F0431 - The combination of instructions is not permitted

F0431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 431

• Message text: The combination of instructions is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The following combintion of instructions are not permitted with SWIFT
format MT101:
CHQB and URGP
CHQB and RTGS
CHQB and NETS
CHQB and PHON
NETS and RTGS
The instructions can be stored in Customizing or given explicitly with
the document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0431 - The combination of instructions is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message F0431, which states "The combination of instructions is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document postings or accounting entries. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Document Type Combination: The error may occur if the document types being used in a transaction are not compatible with each other. For example, trying to post a document that combines different types of financial transactions that are not allowed by the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow certain combinations of accounts, document types, or transaction types. This can happen if the system is set up to restrict certain types of postings.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or not open for the type of transaction being attempted, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Account Assignment Issues: If the account assignments (such