How To Fix FIORB006 - No alternative payee is permitted for Orbian payment method &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIORB - Special Payment Method

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No alternative payee is permitted for Orbian payment method &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIORB006 - No alternative payee is permitted for Orbian payment method & ?

  The SAP error message FIORB006 indicates that there is an issue with the payment method configuration, specifically related to the Orbian payment method. This error typically arises when the system is set up to use an alternative payee for a payment, but the configuration does not allow for it.
  Cause:
  
  Payment Method Configuration: The Orbian payment method may not be configured to allow alternative payees. This is often a restriction set in the payment method settings.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor or payee in question may not have the necessary settings or data to support alternative payees.
  Transaction Settings: The specific transaction or document being processed may not support alternative payees under the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1).
  Ensure that the Orbian payment method is set up correctly and check if the option for allowing alternative payees is enabled.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data (Transaction code: XK03 or MK03) to ensure that the vendor is set up correctly and that there are no restrictions on using alternative payees.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the transaction or document type does not support alternative payees, consider adjusting the settings or using a different payment method that allows for alternative payees.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on configuring payment methods and handling alternative payees.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring payment methods.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to process payments with alternative payees.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.