How To Fix ICC_NL006 - Warning: no partner bank types selected - payment method is not modified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_NL - Country specific messages for the Netherlands

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Warning: no partner bank types selected - payment method is not modified

What causes this issue?

No values have been entered for the Partner Bank Type fields: in this
case, the payment method, assigned to each line item, would not be
modified.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_NL006 - Warning: no partner bank types selected - payment method is not modified ?

  The SAP error message ICC_NL006 indicates that there are no partner bank types selected for a specific payment method, which means that the payment method has not been modified to include the necessary bank details for processing payments. This warning typically arises in the context of configuring payment methods in the SAP system, particularly in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment method in question has not been properly configured to include partner bank types. This can happen if the payment method is newly created or if changes were made to the configuration without selecting the appropriate bank types.
  Incorrect Payment Method Settings: The payment method settings may not align with the requirements for processing payments, leading to the warning.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to vendors or customers that are supposed to use this payment method.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the warning message ICC_NL006, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP. This can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Payment Transactions ? Define Payment Methods for Company Code.
  
  
  Select the relevant payment method and ensure that the partner bank types are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Bank Types:
  
  In the payment method configuration, ensure that the appropriate partner bank types (e.g., bank accounts for vendors or customers) are selected. This is crucial for the payment method to function correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the necessary bank details are maintained. This includes verifying that the bank accounts are correctly assigned to the relevant partners.
  
  
  
  Test the Payment Method:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment method to ensure that it works as expected without triggering the warning message.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for payment method configuration) and FK01 or FD01 (for vendor/customer master data) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payment method configurations and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICC_NL006 warning and ensure that your payment methods are correctly configured for processing transactions.