How To Fix F3072 - Payment is not possible for special G/L indicator &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F3 - Payment program configuration

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Payment is not possible for special G/L indicator &1

What causes this issue?

Special G/L codes for bills of exchange, bill of exchange payment
requests, and noted items (with the exception of payment request (P)
and down payment request (F) cannot be paid by the payment program.

System Response

The system does not allow you to make an entry.

How to fix this error?

Enter only thos special G/L codes used for automatic payment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F3072 - Payment is not possible for special G/L indicator &1 ?

  The SAP error message F3072, which states "Payment is not possible for special G/L indicator &1," typically occurs when you attempt to process a payment for a special G/L transaction that is not allowed. Special G/L indicators are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Special G/L Indicator Restrictions: The special G/L indicator you are trying to use may have restrictions that prevent it from being processed in a payment run. For example, certain special G/L indicators are designed for specific purposes and do not allow for direct payments.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow payments for the specific special G/L indicator. This could be due to settings in the financial accounting configuration.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type associated with the special G/L indicator may not be set up to allow payments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Special G/L Transactions > Define Special G/L Indicators.
  Review the settings for the special G/L indicator in question and ensure that it is configured to allow payments if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Program Settings:
  
  Check the payment program configuration (Transaction Code: FBZP).
  Ensure that the special G/L indicator is included in the payment program settings if payments are intended to be processed for that indicator.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Payment Methods:
  
  If the special G/L indicator does not allow for direct payments, consider using alternative methods to settle the transaction, such as clearing the account or using a different transaction type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to the special G/L indicator and its intended use.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test payment run to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special G/L Indicators: These are used to classify transactions in a way that allows for better reporting and management of specific types of financial transactions.
  Payment Program: The payment program in SAP is responsible for processing outgoing payments to vendors and incoming payments from customers.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP technical team or consult SAP support for further assistance.