How To Fix FKKBRPNO044 - Missing Format Supplement for Payment Method &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKBRPNO - FI-CA Norwegen

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Missing Format Supplement for Payment Method &1

What causes this issue?

You want to create a payment medium format for data medium exchange in
direct debit payment transactions. This is, however, not possible since
the supplement for specifying the payment transaction is not maintained.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Maintain the format supplement for payment methods in Customizing for

<LS>Financial Accounting</>,


<LS>Financial Accounting</>,

<LS>Financial Accounting (New)</>,


under <LS>Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable -> Program
Enhancements -> <DS:SIMG._FICABTPY_VC_TFK042F>Define Payment Medium
Formats</></>.
For country-version Norway, you need to maintain atleast one of the
following two supplements:
WITH - Direct Debit with Notifications
For payments between the BBS and the customer
WOUT - Direct Debit without notifications
For payments where the BBS does not notify the customer
Then proceed to perform the following steps:
Execute the Customizing activity.
Select the relevant payment medium format.
In the <LS>Dialog Structure</>, double click <LS>Supplements for Payment
Medium Formats</>. You are on the Supplements for Payment Medium Formats
screen.
Maintain the relevant supplements in the <LS>Supplements for Payment
Medium Formats</> groupbox.
Save your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKBRPNO044 - Missing Format Supplement for Payment Method &1 ?

  The SAP error message FKKBRPNO044 indicates that there is a missing format supplement for a specific payment method in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a payment or a payment-related transaction, but it cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified payment method.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment method specified in the transaction does not have an associated format supplement defined in the system.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method being used may not be valid for the transaction or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or data related to the payment method.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in the SAP system. This can typically be found under the path: 
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Business Transactions > Incoming Payments > Payment Methods in Country.
  
  
  Ensure that the payment method in question has a format supplement defined.
  
  
  
  Define Format Supplement:
  
  If the format supplement is missing, you will need to create or assign a format supplement for the payment method. This can be done in the same configuration area where you check the payment method settings.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned to the relevant company code and that it is active for the intended transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  If you are using a custom payment method, ensure that it is properly updated and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the payment method and format supplement requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment method configuration) and OBVCU (for payment method assignment) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment method configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in FI-CA for further assistance.