How To Fix FI_E144 - Payment type error. See details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Payment type error. See details

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_E144 - Payment type error. See details ?

  The SAP error message FI_E144, which indicates a "Payment type error," typically arises during the processing of financial transactions, particularly in the context of payment processing in the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of FI_E144 Payment Type Error
  
  
  Incorrect Payment Type Configuration: The payment type specified in the transaction may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the payment method configuration.
  
  
  Invalid Payment Method: The payment method used in the transaction may not be valid for the specific transaction type or may not be allowed for the vendor/customer.
  
  
  Missing Payment Type in Master Data: The vendor or customer master data may not have the required payment type defined, leading to this error when attempting to process a payment.
  
  
  Incompatibility with Document Type: The payment type may not be compatible with the document type being processed, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified payment type.
  
  
  Solutions to FI_E144 Payment Type Error
  
  
  Check Payment Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payment method configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 for payment methods).
  Ensure that the payment type is correctly configured and active for the relevant company code and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that the correct payment type is assigned in the master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Payment Method:
  
  Ensure that the payment method used is valid for the transaction and is allowed for the specific vendor or customer.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the payment type is compatible with the document type being processed. This may involve checking the configuration of document types in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute transactions with the specified payment type. This may require coordination with the SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance on resolving known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (Payment Method Configuration), XK03 (Display Vendor), and XD03 (Display Customer).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment processing and configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that payments can be processed successfully.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.