How To Fix FINS_AP_PAYM01024 - Variants are not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_AP_PAYM01 - Message class for package FINS_AP_PAYM

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Variants are not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_AP_PAYM01024 - Variants are not maintained ?

  The SAP error message FINS_AP_PAYM01024 indicates that "Variants are not maintained." This error typically occurs in the context of Accounts Payable (AP) when trying to execute a payment run or similar processes that involve variants for payment programs.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Variants: The payment program variant that is required for the transaction has not been created or is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the payment program may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the required variants.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain the variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Program Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for maintaining payment program variants).
  Verify if the required variant exists for the payment program you are trying to execute.
  If it does not exist, create a new variant by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Variant:
  
  If the variant exists but is not maintained properly, select the variant and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the variant is assigned to the correct payment program.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the payment program in OBPM2 (for payment program configuration) to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the payment method and other parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payment run has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the payment program variants.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try executing the payment run again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBPM1: Maintain Payment Program Variants
  OBPM2: Payment Program Configuration
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions (where the error may occur)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring payment programs and managing variants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.