How To Fix F2285 - In company code &1 &2 is an FSCM-BD payment method and cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 285

• Message text: In company code &1 &2 is an FSCM-BD payment method and cannot be used

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What causes this issue?

In company code &1, &2 is indicated as payment method for the <LS>FSCM
Biller Direct</> component. This payment method identifies items that
were paid via <LS>Biller Direct</> on the Internet. Therefore, the
payment method cannot be used in any other way.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2285 - In company code &1 &2 is an FSCM-BD payment method and cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message F2285 indicates that a specific payment method is configured as a Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) Business Partner (BD) payment method, and it cannot be used in the context of the specified company code. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the payment method settings and the intended use in financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Method Configuration: The payment method in question is set up as an FSCM-BD payment method, which means it is intended for specific use cases within the FSCM framework, such as payment processing through a business partner.
  Company Code Settings: The company code you are trying to use does not support the specified payment method, either due to configuration settings or because the payment method is not activated for that company code.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to execute may not be compatible with the FSCM-BD payment method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1).
  Verify that the payment method is correctly configured for the company code in question.
  Ensure that the payment method is not restricted to specific transaction types that do not include your current transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings to ensure that the payment method is activated for that company code.
  If necessary, modify the configuration to include the payment method for the company code.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method is not suitable for the transaction you are trying to execute, consider using a different payment method that is compatible with the transaction type and company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to FSCM and payment methods to understand the specific requirements and limitations of the payment method you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FSCM Overview: Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) is a suite of applications that helps organizations manage their financial processes more effectively, including payment processing, credit management, and collections.
  Payment Methods in SAP: Payment methods in SAP can be configured for various purposes, including vendor payments, customer payments, and intercompany transactions. Each payment method can have specific settings that determine its use.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (Payment Method Configuration) and OBVCU (View Configuration) to help troubleshoot and configure payment methods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.