How To Fix F5442 - Enter payment method with which checks are created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Enter payment method with which checks are created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5442 - Enter payment method with which checks are created ?

  The SAP error message F5442, which states "Enter payment method with which checks are created," typically occurs when you are trying to process a payment or create a check in the SAP system, but the payment method required for check processing has not been specified or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The payment method for the check is not defined in the payment proposal or payment run.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment method may not be configured correctly in the system for the company code or vendor/customer.
  Payment Method Not Assigned: The payment method may not be assigned to the vendor or customer master data.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may not support the payment method you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment methods) and ensure that the payment method for checks is properly configured for your company code.
  Ensure that the payment method is set up to allow check payments.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Method to Vendor/Customer:
  
  Navigate to the vendor or customer master data (transaction codes XK02 for vendors or FD02 for customers).
  Check the payment transactions tab and ensure that the appropriate payment method for checks is assigned.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Payment Proposal:
  
  If you are creating a payment proposal (transaction code F110), ensure that you have selected the correct payment method in the proposal settings.
  Review the parameters in the payment run to ensure that the payment method for checks is included.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Determination:
  
  Check the payment method determination settings in the configuration (transaction code OBVCU).
  Ensure that the system can determine the correct payment method based on the criteria set.
  
  
  
  Check for Transaction Type Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using supports the payment method for checks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment methods and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Payment method configuration.
  F110: Automatic payment transactions.
  XK02/FD02: Vendor/Customer master data maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5442 error and successfully process your check payments in SAP.