How To Fix FIEBPP053 - You are not authorized to make partial payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEBPP - Biller Direct

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You are not authorized to make partial payments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEBPP053 - You are not authorized to make partial payments ?

  The SAP error message FIEBPP053 indicates that a user is not authorized to make partial payments in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with accounts payable or receivable.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization to perform partial payments. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict partial payments for certain transaction types or for specific users/groups.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on partial payments based on company policy or configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform partial payments.
  This can be done by using transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to check the user's profile and PFCG (Role Maintenance) to review the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  If the authorization is correct, check the configuration settings related to payment processing. This can be done in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) transaction.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Payable > Payments > Define Payment Methods for Company Code and ensure that the payment method allows for partial payments.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Security Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP security or BASIS team. They can help identify if there are any specific restrictions in place that need to be modified.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check if the document type being used for the transaction has any restrictions on partial payments. This can be configured in the same SPRO path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices), F-53 (Post Outgoing Payments), and F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on authorization issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the payment processes and understand the implications of partial payments within the organization.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.