How To Fix FZ601 - > Payment method selection for items due now to the amount of & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 601

• Message text: > Payment method selection for items due now to the amount of & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ601 - > Payment method selection for items due now to the amount of & & ?

  The SAP error message FZ601 typically indicates an issue with the payment method selection for items that are due for payment. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when processing payments or creating payment proposals in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Payment Method Configuration: The payment method may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific vendor or customer. This could include missing settings for the payment method in the vendor/customer master data or in the payment program configuration.
  
  
  Due Date Issues: The items may not have a valid due date or may be incorrectly classified as due now, leading to issues in selecting the appropriate payment method.
  
  
  Payment Method Not Allowed: The payment method selected may not be allowed for the specific transaction type or may not be valid for the currency of the transaction.
  
  
  Missing Payment Method in Payment Proposal: The payment proposal may not include the necessary payment methods for the items being processed.
  
  
  Custom Logic or User Exits: If there are custom developments or user exits that influence payment method selection, they may be causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBVCU).
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly set up for the relevant company code and payment type.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers) to ensure that the payment method is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Due Dates:
  
  Ensure that the due dates for the items are correctly set and that they are indeed due for payment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Proposal:
  
  If you are using a payment proposal, check the settings to ensure that the payment method is included. You can do this in the payment proposal configuration (Transaction code: F110).
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom developments or user exits that affect payment method selection, review them to ensure they are functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F110 (Automatic Payment Transactions), OBVCU (Payment Methods in Country), and XK03/XD03 (Display Vendor/Customer).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payment processing and payment method configuration for more detailed guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the payment method selection works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial processes within SAP.