How To Fix FICA_CD051 - Entry of payment card type not possible for payment category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_CD - FI-CA: Cash Desk/Cash Journal

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Entry of payment card type not possible for payment category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD051 - Entry of payment card type not possible for payment category &1 ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD051, which states "Entry of payment card type not possible for payment category &1," typically occurs in the context of the Financial Contract Accounting (FICA) module when there is an issue with the configuration of payment card types in relation to the specified payment category.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The payment card type you are trying to use is not configured for the specified payment category. Each payment category in SAP can have specific payment methods associated with it, and if the payment card type is not linked to that category, the error will occur.
  Incorrect Payment Category: The payment category you are trying to use may not support the payment card type you are attempting to enter.
  Missing Customization: There may be missing entries in the customizing settings for payment card types and their association with payment categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable > Basic Settings > Define Payment Card Types.
  Ensure that the payment card type you are trying to use is correctly configured and associated with the relevant payment category.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Categories:
  
  Check the payment category settings to ensure that the payment card type is allowed for that category.
  You can find this under Define Payment Categories in the same customizing path.
  
  
  
  Update Payment Card Type:
  
  If the payment card type is not linked to the payment category, you may need to add it. This can involve creating a new entry or modifying an existing one to include the necessary payment card type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) and OBVCU (for payment categories) to review and modify settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring payment card types and payment categories.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICA_CD051 error and successfully process the payment with the desired payment card type.