How To Fix PYMNT_RCPT017 - Assign only one default receipt type per company code.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYMNT_RCPT -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Assign only one default receipt type per company code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYMNT_RCPT017 - Assign only one default receipt type per company code. ?

  The SAP error message PYMNT_RCPT017 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of receipt types in the system. Specifically, it means that more than one default receipt type has been assigned to a single company code, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have assigned multiple receipt types as default for the same company code in the configuration settings.
  The system requires that only one receipt type can be designated as the default for each company code to avoid ambiguity in processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that only one receipt type is set as the default for the affected company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Transactions -> Incoming Payments -> Define Receipt Types.
  
  
  
  Check Receipt Types:
  
  In the receipt types configuration, look for the company code that is causing the error.
  Review the list of receipt types assigned to that company code.
  
  
  
  Adjust Default Settings:
  
  Identify the receipt types that are marked as default.
  Remove the default designation from all but one receipt type for that company code.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Try to process a payment again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Receipt Types: Receipt types in SAP are used to categorize incoming payments and can have different characteristics based on business requirements.
  Company Code: A company code in SAP is the smallest organizational unit for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Configuration Changes: Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make configuration changes and consider documenting any changes made for future reference.
  
  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.