How To Fix SD_SEPA002 - Pymt method &1 has no SEPA assignment; mandate reference will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_SEPA - SD SEPA Message Class

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Pymt method &1 has no SEPA assignment; mandate reference will be deleted

What causes this issue?

The selected payment method is not SEPA-relevant; a SEPA mandate is not
required.

System Response

The system hides the <DS:DE.SEPA_MNDID>Mandate Reference</> field.

How to fix this error?

If you want to carry out billing using SEPA, choose a SEPA-relevant
payment method.
You define SEPA-relevant payment methods in Customizing for <LS>Sales
and Distribution</> under <LS>Basic Functions</> ->
<DS:SIMG.FIAPPY_V_T042ZL_DC>Set Up Payment Methods per Country for
Payment Transactions</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_SEPA002 - Pymt method &1 has no SEPA assignment; mandate reference will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SD_SEPA002 indicates that there is an issue with the payment method configuration in relation to SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area) mandates. Specifically, the error states that the payment method specified does not have a SEPA assignment, which means that the system cannot process the payment using that method, and as a result, the mandate reference will be deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SEPA Assignment: The payment method being used does not have a corresponding SEPA configuration in the system. This could happen if the payment method was not set up correctly for SEPA transactions.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used in the transaction may not be intended for SEPA payments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for payment methods in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in your SAP system (Transaction code: OBPM1 for payment method configuration).
  Ensure that the payment method in question has been assigned a SEPA configuration. This includes checking the SEPA mandate settings.
  
  
  
  Assign SEPA Mandate:
  
  If the payment method does not have a SEPA assignment, you will need to create or modify the payment method to include the necessary SEPA settings.
  Ensure that the payment method is marked as a SEPA payment method and that it is linked to the appropriate bank details.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Usage:
  
  Check if the payment method is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to process. If it is not meant for SEPA transactions, consider using a different payment method that is configured for SEPA.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring payment methods for SEPA transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SEPA Mandates: SEPA mandates are agreements between a debtor and a creditor that authorize the creditor to collect payments from the debtor's bank account. Proper configuration is essential for processing these payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBPM1 (Payment Methods) and OBPM2 (Payment Method in Company Code) for managing payment methods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to SEPA payment processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your payment methods are correctly configured for SEPA transactions.