How To Fix FIEBPP250 - The G/L account &1 not defined as a payment cards receivables account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEBPP - Biller Direct

• Message number: 250

• Message text: The G/L account &1 not defined as a payment cards receivables account

What causes this issue?

You may only use accounts that have been defined in Customizing as
payment cards receivables accounts.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can define payment cards receivables accounts using transaction
<DS:TRAN.OBZI>OBZI</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEBPP250 - The G/L account &1 not defined as a payment cards receivables account ?

  The SAP error message FIEBPP250 indicates that the General Ledger (G/L) account specified in the error message is not defined as a payment card receivables account. This typically occurs when you are trying to process a payment card transaction, but the system does not recognize the G/L account as valid for this type of transaction.
  Cause:
  
  G/L Account Configuration: The G/L account you are trying to use for payment card transactions has not been set up correctly in the system. Specifically, it is not marked as a payment card receivables account.
  Incorrect Account Usage: The account being used may not be intended for payment card transactions, leading to this error when attempting to process a payment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the G/L account is properly configured as a payment card receivables account. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record).
  Enter the G/L account number and the company code.
  
  
  
  Check Account Settings:
  
  In the G/L account master record, check the settings under the Control Data tab.
  Ensure that the account is marked as a Payment Card Receivables Account. This may involve checking specific fields or indicators that designate the account for payment card transactions.
  
  
  
  Modify Account Settings:
  
  If the account is not set up correctly, you may need to modify the account settings. This may require appropriate authorizations.
  Set the account type to "Receivables" and ensure that it is linked to the payment card processing configuration.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the G/L account configuration.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: After updating the G/L account, try to process the payment card transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring G/L accounts for payment card processing.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to G/L account settings.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct account to use or how to configure it, consult with your finance or accounting team for guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIEBPP250 error and successfully process payment card transactions in SAP.