How To Fix FICA_CD096 - Entering merchant ID only possible for credit card payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Entering merchant ID only possible for credit card payments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD096 - Entering merchant ID only possible for credit card payments ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD096 indicates that the system is expecting a merchant ID to be entered, but this is only applicable for credit card payments. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions within the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI) modules, particularly when dealing with payment processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to process a payment that is not a credit card payment but tries to enter a merchant ID.
  The system is configured to require a merchant ID for credit card transactions, and the input does not meet the criteria for a valid credit card payment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Payment Type: Ensure that the payment type you are processing is indeed a credit card payment. If it is not, do not enter a merchant ID.
  
  
  Correct Input: If you are processing a credit card payment, ensure that you are entering the correct merchant ID associated with the credit card transaction.
  
  
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to payment processing. Ensure that the settings for credit card payments and merchant IDs are correctly defined.
  
  
  User Training: If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training or documentation on the correct procedures for entering payment information.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling credit card payments and merchant IDs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payment processing in SAP, such as FPL9 (Payment Run) or F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions).
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to process credit card payments and enter merchant IDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICA_CD096 error and ensure smooth processing of credit card payments in your SAP system.