How To Fix PM222 - Two payment methods selected: &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Two payment methods selected: &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM222 - Two payment methods selected: &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message PM222 indicates that two payment methods have been selected for a single payment run, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of payment processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with vendor payments or customer collections.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the payment run configuration or the selection criteria inadvertently includes multiple payment methods. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The payment method settings in the configuration may allow for multiple methods to be selected.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the payment run may inadvertently include multiple payment methods.
  Master Data Settings: Vendor or customer master data may have multiple payment methods assigned, leading to confusion during the payment run.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PM222 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in SAP (Transaction code: OBVCU).
  Ensure that the payment methods are correctly configured and that they are not set to allow multiple selections for the same payment run.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Run Parameters:
  
  When executing the payment run (Transaction code: F110), review the parameters and selection criteria.
  Ensure that only one payment method is selected for the payment run.
  
  
  
  Examine Vendor/Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor or customer master data (Transaction codes: XK03 for vendors, XD03 for customers).
  Ensure that only one payment method is assigned to the vendor or customer for the payment run in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payment Method Selection:
  
  If you need to use multiple payment methods, consider splitting the payment runs into separate runs for each payment method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on payment method configurations and payment run processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  OBVCU: Configuration for Payment Methods
  XK03/XD03: Display Vendor/Customer Master Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payment methods and error PM222.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the payment run has the appropriate authorizations to modify payment method settings and run payment transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PM222 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.