How To Fix FZ809 - Payment method & is only defined for incoming payments


FZ809 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

  • Message number: 809

  • Message text: Payment method & is only defined for incoming payments

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  • What causes this issue?

    Program error: The payment method &V1& is not suitable for the +/- sign
    of the payment amount. The payment concerned has the key &V2&.

    System Response

    Processing is terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    Inform the program developer responsible.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ809 - Payment method & is only defined for incoming payments ?
    The SAP error message FZ809 indicates that the payment method you are trying to use is only defined for incoming payments, meaning it cannot be used for outgoing payments or other types of transactions. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when processing payments in accounts receivable or accounts payable.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method you are trying to use is configured in the system to handle only incoming payments (e.g., customer payments) and not outgoing payments (e.g., vendor payments). Configuration Settings: The payment method may not be set up correctly in the configuration settings of the SAP system, leading to restrictions on its use. Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to execute may not be compatible with the selected payment method.
    Solution: Check Payment Method Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP (Transaction code: OBPM1 for incoming payments). Verify that the payment method is indeed set

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