How To Fix FD820 - Header: Terms of payment key & cannot be decoded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Header: Terms of payment key & cannot be decoded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD820 - Header: Terms of payment key & cannot be decoded ?

  The SAP error message FD820, which states "Header: Terms of payment key & cannot be decoded," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with customer invoices or payment terms in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to interpret or find the specified terms of payment key in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Terms of Payment Key: The terms of payment key specified in the transaction may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Configuration Issues: The terms of payment may not be properly configured in the system, leading to decoding issues.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the terms of payment key entered in the transaction.
  Missing Customization: If the terms of payment are customized, the necessary settings may not have been implemented correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Terms of Payment Key:
  
  Verify that the terms of payment key entered in the transaction is correct and exists in the system.
  You can check this in the SAP menu under Financial Accounting -> Accounts Receivable -> Master Data -> Terms of Payment.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the terms of payment are properly configured in the system. This can be done by navigating to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and checking the configuration under Financial Accounting -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Incoming Payments -> Define Terms of Payment.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there is a typographical error, correct it and try processing the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure that all necessary configurations and customizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the terms of payment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBB8 to maintain terms of payment.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring terms of payment.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FD820 error message in SAP.