How To Fix F0517 - Use Payment Medium Workbench

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Use Payment Medium Workbench

What causes this issue?

The Payment Medium Workbench (program SAPFPAYM) should be used instead
of report RFFOAT_A to create data media files for foreign payment
transactions in Austria.
If you use payment media format V3, the Payment Medium Workbench also
delivers data media of the output type PAYMUL AZV and can therefore
completely replace the report RFFOAT_A.
From a long term view, product maintenance is only guaranteed for the
Payment Medium Workbench and the payment media formats delivered with
it. The maintenance of program FFOAT_A will therefore end at some point
(no date defined as yet).

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?

For the above reasons, SAP recommends creating data media files for
Austrian foreign payment transactions using the Payment Medium
Workbench.

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 F0517 - Use Payment Medium Workbench ?

  The SAP error message F0517, which states "Use Payment Medium Workbench," typically occurs when you are trying to process a payment run or create a payment medium without using the Payment Medium Workbench (PMW) functionality. This error indicates that the system expects you to utilize the PMW for generating payment files or formats.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system is configured to require the Payment Medium Workbench for payment processing, but the user is attempting to use an older method or a different transaction.
  Missing Payment Medium Format: The payment medium format required for the transaction is not set up correctly in the system.
  Transaction Code: The transaction code being used does not support the payment medium processing that is required.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Payment Medium Workbench: Ensure that you are using the Payment Medium Workbench (transaction code FBPM or F110 for payment runs) to create your payment medium. This is the recommended approach for generating payment files.
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Payment Medium Workbench. You can access this through the following path in the SAP menu:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Payment Medium Workbench > Define Payment Medium Formats.
  
  
  Ensure that the necessary formats are defined and activated for the payment methods you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the payment method settings in the configuration to ensure that they are correctly set up to use the Payment Medium Workbench.
  Navigate to SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Payment Methods for Country and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Make sure you are using the correct transaction codes for payment processing. For example, use F110 for automatic payment runs, which integrates with the Payment Medium Workbench.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Payment Medium Workbench (PMW): This is a tool in SAP that allows for the creation and management of payment formats for various payment methods. It supports multiple formats and is essential for electronic payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBPM (Payment Medium Workbench) and F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to the Payment Medium Workbench.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F0517 error and successfully process your payments using the Payment Medium Workbench.