FAP_CMP816 - Payment method &1 missing in customizing for company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_CMP - Vendor Manual Payment

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Payment method &1 missing in customizing for company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_CMP816 - Payment method &1 missing in customizing for company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAP_CMP816 indicates that a specific payment method is not configured in the customizing settings for a particular company code. This error typically arises when trying to process a payment or execute a transaction that requires a defined payment method, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  The payment method specified in the transaction is not defined in the system for the given company code.
  The payment method may have been deleted or not properly configured in the customizing settings.
  There may be a mismatch between the payment method used in the transaction and the payment methods available for the company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Payment Transactions ? Define Payment Methods for Company Code.
  Verify if the payment method (&1) is listed for the specified company code (&2). If it is not present, you will need to create or configure it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method is missing, you can create it by clicking on "New Entries" and filling in the required details.
  If the payment method exists but is not properly configured, select it and modify the settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Method Determination:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly determined based on the criteria set in the system (e.g., vendor/customer master data, payment terms).
  You can check the payment method determination settings under Payment Transactions ? Payment Method Determination.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment method configuration) and OBVCU (for payment method determination) to access relevant settings quickly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring payment methods and understanding the implications of each setting.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAP_CMP816 error and ensure that the payment method is correctly configured for the specified company code.