How To Fix RP704 - Payment method & in & not allowed for payments to persons

RP704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Payment method & in & not allowed for payments to persons

What causes this issue?

Payment methods that are allowed for payments to persons managed
in the HR component are indicated correspondingly (table T042Z).

How to fix this error?

Please only use the payment methods provided for payments to
persons or contact your system administrator if payment methods are
indicated incorrectly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP704 - Payment method & in & not allowed for payments to persons ?

  The SAP error message RP704 ("Payment method & in & not allowed for payments to persons") typically occurs when there is an issue with the payment method configuration in the SAP system, particularly when processing payments to individuals or vendors. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Payment Method Configuration: The payment method you are trying to use is not configured to allow payments to the specific type of payee (e.g., a person or vendor).
  Master Data Settings: The vendor or employee master data may not be set up correctly to accept the specified payment method.
  Payment Method in Company Code: The payment method may not be allowed for the specific company code or payment type you are using.
  Payment Program Settings: The payment program settings may restrict certain payment methods for specific payees.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in the SAP system (Transaction code: