How To Fix O5214 - Payment terms restriction message type is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Payment terms restriction message type is missing.

What causes this issue?

No message type was entered after switching on the restriction for the
payment terms field.

System Response

You must enter a message type.

How to fix this error?

Set the message type to 'E' for error mode, 'W' for warning mode, or
'I' for information mode. This determines the type of message used for
checking the contract restriction on the payment terms field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5214 - Payment terms restriction message type is missing. ?

  The SAP error message O5214, which states "Payment terms restriction message type is missing," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of payment terms in the SAP system. This error can arise during various processes, such as invoice processing or when creating a sales order, where payment terms are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payment terms may not be properly configured in the system. This could mean that the payment terms are not defined for the specific transaction type or that the message type associated with the payment terms is missing.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type that is supposed to be linked with the payment terms may not be set up correctly or is missing in the configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to customers or vendors, where the payment terms are not correctly assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Terms Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment