How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CUST103 - Payment method is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CUST -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Payment method is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CUST103 - Payment method is not maintained in Customizing (clr. area &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CUST103 indicates that a payment method has not been maintained in the Customizing settings for a specific clearing area. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in accounts payable or accounts receivable processes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A payment method is being used in a transaction (like a payment run) that has not been configured in the system for the specified clearing area.
  The payment method is not assigned to the company code or the relevant configuration settings are missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the payment method is properly configured in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and select SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Configure Payment Methods:
  
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Outgoing Payments or Incoming Payments (depending on your context).
  Select Define Payment Methods for Company Code.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if the payment method in question is listed for the relevant company code and clearing area.
  If it is not listed, you will need to create a new entry for the payment method or modify an existing one.
  
  
  
  Assign Payment Method to Clearing Area:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the correct clearing area. This may involve checking the settings for the specific clearing area in question.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After configuration, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Payment Methods: Payment methods can include various forms such as checks, bank transfers, etc. Each payment method may have specific settings that need to be configured.
  Clearing Areas: Clearing areas are used in SAP to manage the clearing of open items in accounts. Each clearing area can have different payment methods assigned to it.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.