How To Fix /PM0/ABP_BCA_MSG546 - Payment method does not match the category "Incoming Payment"

/PM0/ABP_BCA_MSG546 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_BCA_MSG -

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Payment method does not match the category "Incoming Payment"

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_BCA_MSG546 - Payment method does not match the category "Incoming Payment" ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_BCA_MSG546 indicates that there is a mismatch between the payment method being used and the expected category for "Incoming Payment." This typically occurs in the context of processing incoming payments in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with bank communication or payment processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method you are trying to use is not configured to be used for incoming payments. This could be due to a configuration issue in the payment method settings.
  Configuration Settings: The payment method may not be assigned to the correct payment category in the system. Each payment method is associated with specific categories, and if the method does not match the expected category for incoming payments, this error will occur.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction type being processed may not align with the payment method being used, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods