How To Fix IHC194 - No payment method delivered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 194

• Message text: No payment method delivered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC194 - No payment method delivered ?

  The SAP error message IHC194: No payment method delivered typically occurs in the context of the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module when a payment method has not been defined or is not available for the transaction being processed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to execute a payment run or when processing intercompany transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The payment method required for the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The payment method may not be properly configured for the company code or the specific transaction type.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or customer master data may not have the necessary payment method assigned.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not support the payment method being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Payment Method:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the required payment method is defined for the relevant company code.
  Use transaction code OBPM1 to define payment methods for the company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Method:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the relevant vendor or customer master data.
  Use transaction code FK02 (for vendors) or FD02 (for customers) to update the master data and assign the appropriate payment method.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the payment method in the IHC module. Ensure that it is set up correctly for intercompany transactions.
  Check the settings in SPRO under Financial Accounting (FI) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Payment Transactions > Payment Methods in Country.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being processed is compatible with the payment method. If necessary, adjust the transaction type settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring payment methods and intercompany transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBPM1: Define Payment Methods
  FK02/FD02: Change Vendor/Customer Master Data
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IHC194 error and ensure that the necessary payment methods are correctly configured in your SAP system.