How To Fix PZ420 - No valid payment process could be determined

PZ420 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PZ - Messages: Payment program for payment requests

• Message number: 420

• Message text: No valid payment process could be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PZ420 - No valid payment process could be determined ?

  The SAP error message PZ420, which states "No valid payment process could be determined," typically occurs in the context of payment processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with payment runs or payment proposals. This error indicates that the system was unable to identify a valid payment method or process for the transaction being executed.
  Causes of Error PZ420
  
  Missing Payment Method: The payment method may not be defined for the vendor or customer in the master data.
  Incorrect Payment Method Configuration: The payment method may not be properly configured in the payment program settings.
  Payment Method Not Allowed: The payment method may not be allowed for the specific company code or payment run.
  Missing Bank Details: The vendor or customer may not have the necessary bank details maintained in their master data.
  Payment Program Settings: The payment program configuration may not include the payment method for the relevant company code or payment area.
  Invalid Payment