How To Fix IDFI_QRIBAN018 - For QR-IBAN payments, ISR number not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFI_QRIBAN - FI: Message class for QR Bill vendor invoicing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: For QR-IBAN payments, ISR number not allowed

What causes this issue?

You entered both the ISR number and the QR-IBAN number in the relevant
fields on the screen. However, you can enter only one of them.

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?

Depending on the additional parameter settings for your company code in
the
<DS:SIMG.FINSC_T001Z_N>Maintain Additional Parameters</>Customizing
activity, you can enter data as follows on this screen:
If parameter value B is set for the CHQR (QR-IBAN/ISR number) parameter
type, you can either enter the ISR number or the QR-IBAN number, but not
both.
If parameter value Q is set for the CHQR (QR-IBAN/ISR number) parameter
type, the QR-IBAN number can only be entered. In addition, enter also
the ISR/QR reference number.
If parameter value field is empty for the CHQR (QR-IBAN/ISR number)
parameter type, enter only the ISR number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFI_QRIBAN018 - For QR-IBAN payments, ISR number not allowed ?

  The SAP error message IDFI_QRIBAN018 indicates that there is an issue with the ISR (Inpayment Slip Reference) number when processing QR-IBAN payments. This error typically arises in the context of Swiss payment processing, particularly when dealing with QR-bills and QR-IBANs.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the ISR number is not permitted for QR-IBAN payments. QR-IBANs are designed to work with QR-bills, which do not utilize the ISR number format. The QR-bill system is a newer payment method in Switzerland that simplifies the payment process and does not require the ISR number, which is used in traditional payment slips.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are not using an ISR number when processing QR-IBAN payments. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Payment Method: Verify that the payment method you are using is appropriate for QR-IBAN transactions. Ensure that you are not mixing traditional ISR payment methods with QR-IBAN.
  
  
  Remove ISR Number: If you have an ISR number included in your payment data, remove it. Ensure that your payment data only includes the necessary information for QR-IBAN processing.
  
  
  Update Payment Data: If you are generating payment files or using a payment interface, make sure that the configuration is set up to handle QR-IBAN payments correctly without including ISR numbers.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or guidelines related to QR-IBAN payments to ensure compliance with the required formats and data fields.
  
  
  Test Transactions: After making the necessary adjustments, test the payment transactions to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  QR-Bill and QR-IBAN: The QR-bill is a new payment format introduced in Switzerland that simplifies the payment process. It uses a QR code that contains all necessary payment information, including the QR-IBAN.
  SAP Configuration: Ensure that your SAP system is configured to handle QR-IBAN payments correctly. This may involve settings in the payment processing module or updates to the payment formats.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the IDFI_QRIBAN018 error and successfully process QR-IBAN payments.