How To Fix IHC282 - Unknown payment method: &1

IHC282 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 282

• Message text: Unknown payment method: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC282 - Unknown payment method: &1 ?

  The SAP error message IHC282 "Unknown payment method: &1" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Intercompany Holding (IHC) module when the system encounters a payment method that is not recognized or defined in the system. This can happen during processes such as payment processing, intercompany transactions, or when configuring payment methods.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Payment Method: The payment method specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment method may not be properly configured in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the payment method code entered in the transaction.
  Missing Master Data: The payment method may not be assigned to the relevant company code or business partner.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBPM1 (for payment methods in company code) or OBPM2 (for payment methods in the country).
  Verify that the payment method in question is defined and correctly