How To Fix FICA_CD054 - Payment category AM only permitted for account maint. doc. in cash desk

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Payment category AM only permitted for account maint. doc. in cash desk

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What causes this issue?

For multiple payments in the cash desk an account maintenance document
is also posted. Payment category AM is required exclusively to define a
separate document type for the account maintenance document in posting
area 0161.

System Response

For payment category AM no cash desk clearing account can be maintained.

How to fix this error?

Select a different payment category.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD054 - Payment category AM only permitted for account maint. doc. in cash desk ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD054 indicates that the payment category "AM" (which typically stands for "Account Maintenance") is only permitted for account maintenance documents in the cash desk. This error usually arises in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules when there is an attempt to process a payment that is not aligned with the expected document type or payment category.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Category: The payment category "AM" is specifically designed for account maintenance operations. If you are trying to use this category for a transaction that does not qualify as an account maintenance document, the system will throw this error.
  Document Type Mismatch: The document type being processed may not be compatible with the payment category being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain payment categories for specific document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payment Category: Ensure that the payment category you are using is appropriate for the type of transaction you are processing. If you are not performing an account maintenance operation, consider using a different payment category.
  Review Document Type: Verify that the document type you are working with is compatible with the payment category "AM". If it is not, you may need to change the document type or the payment category.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for payment categories and document types in the FI-CA module. Ensure that the configurations allow for the intended use of payment categories.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on payment categories and their intended use cases.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the FI-CA module, such as FPL9 (Display Document) or FPE1 (Create Payment).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the intended transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.