How To Fix FVD_SEPA104 - Payment method &1 / Country &2 / Partner &3. Error in SEPA CT check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_SEPA - Message Class for SEPA Developments in CML

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Payment method &1 / Country &2 / Partner &3. Error in SEPA CT check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_SEPA104 - Payment method &1 / Country &2 / Partner &3. Error in SEPA CT check ?

  The SAP error message FVD_SEPA104 typically indicates an issue with the SEPA Credit Transfer (CT) configuration or data for a specific payment method, country, and partner. This error can arise during the processing of SEPA payments, and it usually points to a validation failure in the SEPA format or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payment Method Configuration: The payment method specified may not be correctly configured for SEPA transactions.
  Country-Specific Issues: The country associated with the payment method may not support SEPA or may have specific requirements that are not met.
  Partner Data Issues: The business partner (vendor or customer) may have missing or incorrect bank details, such as IBAN or BIC.
  Invalid SEPA Format: The data being sent may not conform to the SEPA XML format requirements.
  Missing SEPA Mandate: If the payment is a direct debit, there may be a missing or invalid SEPA mandate.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payment method in SAP and ensure that it is set up correctly for SEPA transactions.
  Verify that the payment method is enabled for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Review Country Settings:
  
  Ensure that the country settings in the SAP system are correctly configured to support SEPA transactions.
  Check if there are any specific requirements for the country that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Validate Partner Data:
  
  Review the business partner's master data to ensure that all required fields (like IBAN and BIC) are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the bank details are valid and correspond to the payment method being used.
  
  
  
  Check SEPA XML Format:
  
  If you have access to the generated SEPA XML file, validate it against the SEPA schema to ensure it meets the required format.
  Use tools or services that can validate XML files against the SEPA standards.
  
  
  
  Verify SEPA Mandate:
  
  If applicable, check that a valid SEPA mandate exists for direct debit transactions.
  Ensure that the mandate is active and correctly linked to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SEPA payment processing for any known issues or patches that may address the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on SEPA payment processing for detailed configuration steps and requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) and BP (for business partner) to review and edit configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financial processes.