How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EV062 - Payment Block &1: Country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EV -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Payment Block &1: Country &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV062 - Payment Block &1: Country &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EV062 indicates that there is a payment block on a purchase order (PO) due to country-specific settings. The message typically includes two parameters: &1 represents the payment block type, and &2 represents the country code.
  Cause:
  
  
  Payment Block Configuration: The payment block may be set in the purchase order due to specific configurations in the vendor master data or the purchase order itself. This can be due to:
  
  Vendor-specific payment terms.
  Country-specific regulations or settings that require a payment block.
  Manual entry of a payment block in the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may have a payment block set, which prevents payments from being processed for that vendor.
  
  
  Country-Specific Regulations: Certain countries may have regulations that require payment blocks for specific transactions or vendors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order: Review the purchase order to see if a payment block has been manually set. If it is not required, you can remove the payment block in the purchase order.
  
  
  Review Vendor Master Data: 
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Check if there is a payment block set for the vendor. If it is not needed, you can remove it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance/Compliance: If the payment block is due to country-specific regulations, consult with your finance or compliance department to understand if the block is necessary and how to proceed.
  
  
  Adjust Payment Terms: If the payment block is related to payment terms, you may need to adjust the payment terms in the vendor master data or the purchase order.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may require a review of the system configuration related to payment blocks and country-specific settings. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME23N - Display Purchase Order
  XK03 - Display Vendor Master
  MK03 - Display Vendor Purchasing Data
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payment blocks and vendor master data management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payment blocks and country settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the payment block and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.