How To Fix FIEU_SAFT054 - Payment mechanism description not maintained for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIEU_SAFT - FIEU_SAFT

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Payment mechanism description not maintained for &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIEU_SAFT054 - Payment mechanism description not maintained for &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIEU_SAFT054 indicates that there is a missing payment mechanism description for a specific payment method in the context of the Standard Audit File for Tax (SAFT) reporting. This error typically arises when generating or processing SAFT files, particularly in countries where SAFT compliance is required.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the payment mechanism (e.g., bank transfer, cash, check) associated with a specific payment method has not been defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The payment method is newly created and the description has not been set up.
  The configuration for the payment method is incomplete or incorrect.
  There is a mismatch between the payment method used in transactions and the definitions in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the payment mechanism description for the specified payment method. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBPM1 (for payment methods in country) or OBPM2 (for payment methods in company code).
  Alternatively, you can navigate through the SAP menu: Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable > Payment Transactions > Payment Methods > Define Payment Methods for Company Code.
  
  
  
  Locate the Payment Method:
  
  Find the payment method that corresponds to the error message (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Maintain the Description:
  
  Ensure that the payment mechanism description is filled in. This may include specifying the type of payment (e.g., bank transfer, cash, etc.) and any other relevant details.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Related Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all related configurations for the payment method are correctly set up, including any necessary settings in the payment program or bank master data.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, try to generate the SAFT file or process the payment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Define Payment Methods for Company Code
  OBPM2: Define Payment Methods in Country
  OBPM3: Define Payment Methods for Payment Program
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring payment methods and SAFT reporting requirements specific to your country.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary changes, 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 FIEU_SAFT054 error and ensure that your payment mechanisms are correctly defined for SAFT compliance.