How To Fix IHC099 - *--- &1: External payment order

IHC099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: *--- &1: External payment order

Self-Explanatory Message

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IHC099 - Details

• The SAP error message IHC099 typically relates to issues with external payment orders in the context of the SAP Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may arise from incorrect configuration settings in the IHC module or related financial settings.
  Missing Data: Required data for processing the external payment order may be missing or incomplete.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process external payment orders.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used may not be valid for the transaction type or may not be set up correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the sending and receiving company codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the IHC module to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the payment methods, company codes, and any related settings.
  Verify Data