How To Fix FKCHK013 - Enter the number of a payment medium

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKCHK - Check Repository Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Enter the number of a payment medium

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKCHK013 - Enter the number of a payment medium ?

  The SAP error message FKCHK013 ("Enter the number of a payment medium") typically occurs when you are trying to process a payment run or create a payment medium file, and the system requires a payment medium number to proceed. This error is often encountered in the context of accounts payable or financial transactions where payment media (like checks, bank transfers, etc.) are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Medium Number: The most common cause of this error is that the payment medium number has not been entered or is missing in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payment medium settings in the SAP system.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Payment Medium Number: 
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurred (e.g., F110 for automatic payment transactions).
  Ensure that you have entered a valid payment medium number in the appropriate field.
  If you are unsure of the payment medium number, check the configuration or consult with your finance team.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for payment media in the SAP system. This can be done through transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment medium formats) or FBZP (for payment program configuration).
  Ensure that the payment medium formats are correctly set up and that the necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Double-check all input fields to ensure that all required information is filled out correctly.
  If you are using a template or a predefined format, ensure that it is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on payment medium processing and requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), FBZP (Payment Program Configuration), and OBPM1 (Payment Medium Formats).
  Payment Medium Formats: Understand the different payment medium formats supported by SAP (e.g., DTAUS for Germany, ACH for the US) and ensure that the correct format is being used for your transactions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to create or modify payment media.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKCHK013 error and successfully process your payment transactions in SAP.