How To Fix FZ342 - In country & the definitions for pmnt method & were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 342

• Message text: In country & the definitions for pmnt method & were deleted

What causes this issue?

The data for payment method &V2& in country &V1& was deleted after the
proposal run.

System Response

The payment cannot be made.

How to fix this error?

Once the entry has been created again, the items can be paid in a
different payment run using this payment method.
<ZH>Procedure for the system administrator</>
Create the missing entry again. From the payment program configuration
menu, choose the <LS>Payment methods/country</> function.
<DS:TRAN.FBZP>Proceed</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ342 - In country & the definitions for pmnt method & were deleted ?

  The SAP error message FZ342 typically indicates that there is an issue with the payment method configuration in the system, specifically that the payment method has been deleted or is not defined for the specified country. This error can occur during various financial transactions, such as when processing payments or creating invoices.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Payment Method: The payment method you are trying to use has been deleted from the system.
  Country-Specific Configuration: The payment method is not defined for the specific country in which the transaction is being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the payment method settings, such as missing entries or incorrect parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP (Transaction Code: OBPM1 for payment methods by country).
  Verify if the payment method in question is still active and correctly configured for the relevant country.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reactivate Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or reactivate it in the system.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Method to Country:
  
  If the payment method is not assigned to the country, you will need to add it.
  Ensure that the payment method is linked to the appropriate company code and country.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific details on how to configure payment methods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Payment Method Definitions: Payment methods in SAP are defined in the system to facilitate various types of transactions (e.g., bank transfers, checks, etc.). Each payment method can have specific configurations based on the country and company code.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (Define Payment Methods for Company Codes) and OBPM2 (Define Payment Methods for Country).
  User Roles and Authorizations: 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 refer to SAP Notes for further troubleshooting.