How To Fix FVD_SEPA205 - New auto debit is not active (company code &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: New auto debit is not active (company code &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_SEPA205 - New auto debit is not active (company code &1) ?

  The SAP error message FVD_SEPA205 indicates that the new auto debit functionality is not active for the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of managing direct debits and SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) transactions within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The auto debit functionality has not been activated for the specified company code.
  There may be configuration issues in the payment method settings.
  The necessary settings for SEPA direct debit transactions have not been properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Automatic Debit.
  Ensure that the auto debit functionality is activated for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Activate Auto Debit:
  
  If it is not activated, you may need to activate it by selecting the appropriate settings for the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the payment method configuration to ensure that the payment method used for the auto debit is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the company code and that it is configured for SEPA transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the customer/vendor master data is correctly set up for direct debit transactions.
  Ensure that the necessary bank details are maintained in the master records.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the auto debit process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment methods) and OBD2 (for automatic debit) to access relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring SEPA direct debits and automatic debits.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FVD_SEPA205 error and successfully activate the new auto debit functionality for the specified company code.