How To Fix REMMMN051 - Mandate &1 is not an object mandate, it is a COA mandate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REMMMN - Messages for Mandate Master Data

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Mandate &1 is not an object mandate, it is a COA mandate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REMMMN051 - Mandate &1 is not an object mandate, it is a COA mandate ?

  The SAP error message REMMMN051 indicates that there is an issue with the mandate type being used in a transaction. Specifically, it states that the mandate you are trying to use is not an object mandate but rather a COA (Collection of Accounts) mandate. This typically occurs in the context of payment processing or direct debit transactions in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Mandate Type Misconfiguration: The mandate you are trying to use is configured as a COA mandate, which is not suitable for the operation you are attempting to perform. Object mandates and COA mandates serve different purposes in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Mandate Assignment: The mandate may have been incorrectly assigned to a customer or vendor, or the wrong mandate type may have been selected in the transaction.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong mandate ID was entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mandate Configuration: Verify the configuration of the mandate in the SAP system. Ensure that the mandate you are trying to use is indeed an object mandate if that is what is required for your transaction.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually under Financial Accounting or Payments) to check the mandate type.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Mandate: If you need to use an object mandate, ensure that you select the correct mandate ID that is configured as an object mandate for the transaction you are processing.
  
  
  Update Mandate Assignment: If the mandate is incorrectly assigned, you may need to update the customer or vendor master data to link the correct mandate type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage mandates and the differences between object mandates and COA mandates.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Mandate Types: Understand the difference between object mandates and COA mandates. Object mandates are typically used for direct debit transactions tied to specific customers or vendors, while COA mandates are used for broader account collections.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that deal with mandates, such as creating, changing, or displaying mandates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to mandate processing that may provide additional insights or solutions to similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.